QID 982729

QID 982729: Python (pip) Security Update for ansible (GHSA-3c67-gc48-983w)

An archive traversal flaw was found in all ansible-engine versions 2.9.x prior to 2.9.7, when running ansible-galaxy collection install. When extracting a collection .tar.gz file, the directory is created without sanitizing the filename. An attacker could take advantage to overwrite any file within the system.

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

CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.2 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 3.6 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-3c67-gc48-983w for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-3c67-gc48-983w - github.com/advisories/GHSA-3c67-gc48-983w

CVEs related to QID 982729

CVE-2020-10691 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-3c67-gc48-983w	ansible		github.com/advisories/GHSA-3c67-gc48-983w

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