QID 981720

QID 981720: Python (pip) Security Update for pywin32 (GHSA-hwfp-hg2m-9vr2)

An integer overflow exists in pywin32 prior to version b301 when adding an access control entry (ACE) to an access control list (ACL) that would cause the size to be greater than 65535 bytes. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could crash the vulnerable process.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 6.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-hwfp-hg2m-9vr2 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 981720

    CVE-2021-32559 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-hwfp-hg2m-9vr2 pywin32 URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-hwfp-hg2m-9vr2
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