CVE-2017-2810: Critical severity tablib vulnerability

Published Jun 14, 2017
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Updated

An exploitable vulnerability exists in the Databook loading functionality of Tablib 0.11.4. A yaml loaded Databook can execute arbitrary python commands resulting in command execution. An attacker can insert python into loaded yaml to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
pip/tablib<0.11.5
0.11.5
Python Tablib=0.11.4

Event History

Jun 14, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 13, 2018
Advisory Published
04:01 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2810?

CVE-2017-2810 is rated as high severity due to its ability to execute arbitrary python commands through a loaded yaml file.

2

How does CVE-2017-2810 allow for command execution?

CVE-2017-2810 allows command execution by allowing an attacker to insert malicious python code into the yaml data loaded into a Databook.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2017-2810?

CVE-2017-2810 specifically affects Tablib version 0.11.4.

4

How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-2810?

To mitigate risks from CVE-2017-2810, avoid using Tablib version 0.11.4 and update to a patched version.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-2810?

Yes, a patch addressing CVE-2017-2810 is available in later versions of Tablib.

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