QID 982895

QID 982895: Python (pip) Security Update for Pillow (GHSA-3wvg-mj6g-m9cv)

Pillow before 8.1.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) because the reported size of a contained image is not properly checked for an ICNS container, and thus an attempted memory allocation can be very large.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-3wvg-mj6g-m9cv for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 982895

    CVE-2021-27922 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-3wvg-mj6g-m9cv Pillow URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-3wvg-mj6g-m9cv
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