RHSA-2019:1700: Important: python27-python security update
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language, which includes modules, classes, exceptions, very high level dynamic data types and dynamic typing. Python supports interfaces to many system calls and libraries, as well as to various windowing systems.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> python: regression of CVE-2019-9636 due to functional fix to allow port numbers in netloc (CVE-2019-10160)</li> <li> python: undocumented localfile protocol allows remote attackers to bypass protection mechanisms (CVE-2019-9948)</li> For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:1700?
The severity of RHSA-2019:1700 is categorized as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:1700?
To fix RHSA-2019:1700, update the affected packages to version 2.7.16-6.el7.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2019:1700?
The affected packages include python27-python, python27-python-devel, and python27-python-libs among others.
Is RHSA-2019:1700 a Python vulnerability?
Yes, RHSA-2019:1700 is a security vulnerability affecting Python.
What versions of Python are impacted by RHSA-2019:1700?
RHSA-2019:1700 impacts Python version 2.7.16 and below on Red Hat systems.