[ GLSA 201811-02 ] Python

[GLSA]

Gentoo Linux Security Advisory

Title: Python: Buffer overflow (GLSA 201811-02)
Severity: normal
Exploitable: remote
Date: 2018-11-09
Bug(s): #647862
ID: 201811-02

Synopsis

A buffer overflow in Python might allow remote attackers to cause a
Denial of Service condition.


Background

Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming
language.


Affected Packages

Package: dev-lang/python
Vulnerable: < 2.7.15
Unaffected: >= 2.7.15
Architectures: All supported architectures


Description

A buffer overflow vulnerability have been discovered in Python. Please
review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.


Impact

A remote attacker, in special situations such as function as a service,
could violate a trust boundary and cause a Denial of Service condition.


Workaround

There is no known workaround at this time.

Resolution

All Python users should upgrade to the latest version: