CVE-2017-1000433
First published: Tue Jan 02 2018(Updated: )
pysaml2 version 4.4.0 and older accept any password when run with python optimizations enabled. This allows attackers to log in as any user without knowing their password.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/pysaml2 | <4.5.0 | 4.5.0 |
| pysaml2 | <=4.4.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/rohe/pysaml2/issues/451
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/07/msg00000.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/02/msg00038.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201801-11
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-1000433
- https://github.com/IdentityPython/pysaml2/pull/454
- https://github.com/IdentityPython/pysaml2/commit/6312a41e037954850867f29d329e5007df1424a5
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-924m-4pmx-c67h (Advisory)
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/pysaml2/PYSEC-2018-48.yaml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000433?
CVE-2017-1000433 has a high severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000433?
To fix CVE-2017-1000433, upgrade pysaml2 to version 4.5.0 or later.
Which versions of pysaml2 are affected by CVE-2017-1000433?
Versions of pysaml2 up to and including 4.4.0 are affected by CVE-2017-1000433.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2017-1000433?
CVE-2017-1000433 affects pysaml2 installations on Debian GNU/Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.
Can CVE-2017-1000433 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-1000433 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to log in as any user without their password.
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