CVE-2016-3953: Critical severity Web2py Web2py vulnerability

Published Feb 6, 2018
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Updated

Last updated 25 August 2025

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The sample web application in web2py before 2.14.2 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving use of a hardcoded encryption key when calling the session.connect function.

The sample web application in web2py before 2.14.2 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving use of a hardcoded encryption key when calling the session.connect function.

Launchpad

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
pip/web2py<2.14.2
2.14.2
debian/web2py
Web2py Web2py<2.14.2

Event History

Feb 6, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 14, 2022
Advisory Published
12:57 AM
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:17 PM
Description
Feb 19, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·03:57 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2016-3953?

CVE-2016-3953 is a vulnerability in the sample web application in web2py before version 2.14.2 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2016-3953?

Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2016-3953 by leveraging a hardcoded encryption key when calling the session.connect function in web2py.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3953?

CVE-2016-3953 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).

4

How do I fix CVE-2016-3953 on web2py?

To fix CVE-2016-3953 on web2py, update to version 2.14.2 or newer.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2016-3953?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2016-3953 at the following references: [1] https://devco.re/blog/2017/01/03/web2py-unserialize-code-execution-CVE-2016-3957/ [2] https://github.com/web2py/web2py/blob/R-2.14.1/applications/examples/models/session.py [3] https://usn.ubuntu.com/4030-1/

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