QID 980991

QID 980991: Python (pip) Security Update for bleach (GHSA-m9mq-p2f9-cfqv)

An issue was discovered in Bleach 2.1.x before 2.1.3. Attributes that have URI values weren't properly sanitized if the values contained character entities. Using character entities, it was possible to construct a URI value with a scheme that was not allowed that would slide through unsanitized.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 7.5 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-m9mq-p2f9-cfqv for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980991

    CVE-2018-7753 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-m9mq-p2f9-cfqv bleach URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-m9mq-p2f9-cfqv
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