Vulnerability Description
The pygresql module 3.8.1 and 4.0 for Python does not properly support the PQescapeStringConn function, which might allow remote attackers to leverage escaping issues involving multibyte character encodings.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pygresql | Pygresql | 3.8.1 |
| Python | Python | All versions |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37046Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37654
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-870-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1911
- http://www.osvdb.org/59028
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37046Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37654
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-870-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1911
- http://www.osvdb.org/59028
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2940?
CVE-2009-2940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The pygresql module 3.8.1 and 4.0 for Python does not properly support the PQescapeStringConn function, which might allow remote attackers to leverage escaping issues involving multibyte character enc...
How severe is CVE-2009-2940?
CVE-2009-2940 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pygresql Pygresql, Python Python.