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- RHSA-2023:6694
RHSA-2023:6694: Moderate: python-pip security update
First published: Tue Nov 07 2023(Updated: )
pip is a package management system used to install and manage software packages written in Python. Many packages can be found in the Python Package Index (PyPI). pip is a recursive acronym that can stand for either "Pip Installs Packages" or "Pip Installs Python". <br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> python: tarfile module directory traversal (CVE-2007-4559)</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.<br>Additional Changes:<br>For detailed information on changes in this release, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.3 Release Notes linked from the References section.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/python-pip | <21.2.3-7.el9 | 21.2.3-7.el9 |
| redhat/python3-pip | <21.2.3-7.el9 | 21.2.3-7.el9 |
| redhat/python3-pip-wheel | <21.2.3-7.el9 | 21.2.3-7.el9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2023:6694?
The severity of RHSA-2023:6694 is considered important.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:6694?
To fix RHSA-2023:6694, upgrade to python-pip, python3-pip, or python3-pip-wheel version 21.2.3-7.el9.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2023:6694?
The affected packages in RHSA-2023:6694 include python-pip, python3-pip, and python3-pip-wheel.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in RHSA-2023:6694?
RHSA-2023:6694 addresses security vulnerabilities related to the Python package management system pip.
Is there a recommended action for users of pip related to RHSA-2023:6694?
Users of pip should ensure they upgrade to the latest patched version to mitigate potential security risks.
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