CVE-2020-15801
Critical
Description
In Python 3.8.4, sys.path restrictions specified in a python38._pth file are ignored, allowing code to be loaded from arbitrary locations. The <executable-name>._pth file (e.g., the python._pth file) is not affected.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability90. percentile3.6%
Product
Python
PublishedJul 17, 2020
First seenJul 17, 2020
How to fix
Update
- python python3.7.9, 3.8.5 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| python python | 3.7.0 ≤ v < 3.7.9, 3.8.0 ≤ v < 3.8.5 | 3.7.9, 3.8.5 |
| netapp max_data | No range specified | — |
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