🛡️ USN-4754-5 — python2.7
Description
python2.7 vulnerability
USN-4754-1 fixed vulnerabilities in Python. Because of a regression, a
subsequent update removed the fix for CVE-2021-3177. This update reinstates
the security fix for CVE-2021-3177 in Ubuntu 14.04 ESM.
Original advisory details:
It was discovered that Python incorrectly handled certain inputs.
An attacker could possibly use this issue to execute arbitrary code
or cause a denial of service. (CVE-2020-27619, CVE-2021-3177)
Affected software
USN-4754-5 is recorded against 1 package.
- python2.7 (fixed in 2.7.6-8ubuntu0.6+esm10)
Timeline and source
Published on 8 February 2022 and last revised on 29 June 2026. No public exploit is currently recorded for this entry. Record sourced from OSV.
References
Details
Affected Packages
| Software | From version | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| python2.7 | — | 2.7.6-8ubuntu0.6+esm10 |
References
Similar Threats
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