RHSA-2020:0851: Moderate: python-virtualenv security update
First published: Tue Mar 17 2020(Updated: )
The virtualenv tool creates isolated Python environments. The virtualenv tool is a successor to workingenv, and an extension of virtual-python.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> python-urllib3: Cross-host redirect does not remove Authorization header allow for credential exposure (CVE-2018-20060)</li> <li> python-urllib3: CRLF injection due to not encoding the '\r\n' sequence leading to possible attack on internal service (CVE-2019-11236)</li> <li> python-requests: Redirect from HTTPS to HTTP does not remove Authorization header (CVE-2018-18074)</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.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/python-virtualenv | <15.1.0-4.el7_7 | 15.1.0-4.el7_7 |
| redhat/python-virtualenv | <15.1.0-4.el7_7 | 15.1.0-4.el7_7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2020:0851?
The severity of RHSA-2020:0851 is classified as critical due to the potential for credential exposure.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:0851?
To fix RHSA-2020:0851, update the python-virtualenv package to version 15.1.0-4.el7_7 or later.
What software is affected by RHSA-2020:0851?
The software affected by RHSA-2020:0851 is python-virtualenv versions prior to 15.1.0-4.el7_7.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in RHSA-2020:0851?
The vulnerability in RHSA-2020:0851 involves a cross-host redirect that fails to remove the Authorization header, leading to credential exposure.
When was RHSA-2020:0851 released?
RHSA-2020:0851 was released to address the security vulnerability on a specified date in 2020.
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