Vulnerability Description
picklescan before 0.0.30 fails to detect the doctest.debug_script function when analyzing pickle files, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code. Remote attackers can craft malicious pickle files embedding doctest.debug_script calls that bypass picklescan detection and execute arbitrary commands upon pickle.load invocation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/mmaitre314/picklescan/security/advisories/GHSA-fqq6-7vqf-w3fg
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/picklescan-arbitrary-code-execution-via-und
- https://github.com/mmaitre314/picklescan/security/advisories/GHSA-fqq6-7vqf-w3fg
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71368?
CVE-2025-71368 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). picklescan before 0.0.30 fails to detect the doctest.debug_script function when analyzing pickle files, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code. Remote attackers can craft malicious pickle files ...
How severe is CVE-2025-71368?
CVE-2025-71368 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-71368?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.