Vulnerability Description
The Debian python-rdflib-tools 4.2.2-1 package for RDFLib 4.2.2 has CLI tools that can load Python modules from the current working directory, allowing code injection, because "python -m" looks in this directory, as demonstrated by rdf2dot. This issue is specific to use of the debian/scripts directory.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rdflib Project | Rdflib | 4.2.2 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/921751ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/03/msg00019.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/12/msg00026.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4535-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/921751ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/03/msg00019.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/12/msg00026.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4535-1/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-7653?
CVE-2019-7653 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Debian python-rdflib-tools 4.2.2-1 package for RDFLib 4.2.2 has CLI tools that can load Python modules from the current working directory, allowing code injection, because "python -m" looks in thi...
How severe is CVE-2019-7653?
CVE-2019-7653 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-7653?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rdflib Project Rdflib, Debian Debian Linux, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.