QID 997216

Date Published: 2024-02-12

QID 997216: Python (Pip) Security Update for moin (GHSA-wjjc-m3fc-fcm8)

The password_checker function in config/multiconfig.py in MoinMoin prior to version 1.6.1 uses the cracklib and python-crack features even though they are not thread-safe, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and crash) via unknown vectors.

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

CVSS V3 rated as High - 6.2 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.

Solution

Refer to Github security advisory GHSA-wjjc-m3fc-fcm8 for updates and patch information.

Vendor References

GHSA-wjjc-m3fc-fcm8 - github.com/advisories/GHSA-wjjc-m3fc-fcm8

CVEs related to QID 997216

CVE-2008-6549 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-wjjc-m3fc-fcm8	moin		github.com/advisories/GHSA-wjjc-m3fc-fcm8

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