CVE-2016-3957
Critical
Description
The secure_load function in gluon/utils.py in web2py before 2.14.2 uses pickle.loads to deserialize session information stored in cookies, which might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging knowledge of encryption_key.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Web2py
PublishedFeb 6, 2018
First seenFeb 6, 2018
How to fix
Update
- web2py web2py2.14.2 or later
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Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| web2py web2py | v < 2.14.2 | 2.14.2 |
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