QID 996731

Date Published: 2024-01-17

QID 996731: Python (Pip) Security Update for cobbler (GHSA-hpj3-5p46-g87w)

The set_mgmt_parameters function in item.py in cobbler before 2.2.2 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to the use of the yaml.load function instead of the yaml.safe_load function, as demonstrated using Puppet.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a security breach or could affect integrity, availability, and confidentiality.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 8.6 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.8 severity.
    • Solution
    Refer to Github security advisory GHSA-hpj3-5p46-g87w for updates and patch information.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 996731

    CVE-2011-4953 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-hpj3-5p46-g87w cobbler URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-hpj3-5p46-g87w
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