CVE-2013-1753
First published: Wed Mar 11 2020(Updated: )
The gzip_decode function in the xmlrpc client library in Python 3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted HTTP request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Python Python | >=2.7.0<2.7.9 | |
| Python Python | >=3.2.0<3.2.6 | |
| Python Python | >=3.3.0<3.3.6 | |
| Python Python | >=3.4.0<3.4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-1753?
CVE-2013-1753 is a vulnerability in the gzip_decode function in the xmlrpc client library in Python 3.4 and earlier.
How does CVE-2013-1753 impact Python?
CVE-2013-1753 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted HTTP request.
Which versions of Python are affected by CVE-2013-1753?
Python versions 2.7.0 to 2.7.9, 3.2.0 to 3.2.6, 3.3.0 to 3.3.6, and 3.4.0 to 3.4.3 are affected by CVE-2013-1753.
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1753?
CVE-2013-1753 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2013-1753?
It is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Python that addresses this vulnerability.
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