Vulnerability Description
The (1) JpegImagePlugin.py and (2) EpsImagePlugin.py scripts in Python Image Library (PIL) 1.1.7 and earlier and Pillow before 2.3.1 uses the names of temporary files on the command line, which makes it easier for local users to conduct symlink attacks by listing the processes.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Python | Pillow | <= 2.3.0 |
| Pythonware | Python Imaging Library | <= 1.1.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-05/msg00002.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/10/15
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/11/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65513
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2168-1
- https://github.com/python-imaging/Pillow/commit/4e9f367dfd3f04c8f5d23f7f759ec127ExploitPatch
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201612-52
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-05/msg00002.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/10/15
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/11/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65513
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2168-1
- https://github.com/python-imaging/Pillow/commit/4e9f367dfd3f04c8f5d23f7f759ec127ExploitPatch
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201612-52
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-1933?
CVE-2014-1933 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The (1) JpegImagePlugin.py and (2) EpsImagePlugin.py scripts in Python Image Library (PIL) 1.1.7 and earlier and Pillow before 2.3.1 uses the names of temporary files on the command line, which makes ...
How severe is CVE-2014-1933?
CVE-2014-1933 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-1933?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Python Pillow, Pythonware Python Imaging Library.