CVE-2013-1753
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 3.91%
Last modified
CVE-2013-1753 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The gzip_decode function in the xmlrpc client library in Python 3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted HTTP request.. EPSS estimates a 3.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The gzip_decode function in the xmlrpc client library in Python 3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted HTTP request.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Python | Python | >= 2.7.0, < 2.7.9 |
| Python | Python | >= 3.2.0, < 3.2.6 |
| Python | Python | >= 3.3.0, < 3.3.6 |
| Python | Python | >= 3.4.0, < 3.4.3 |
References
- https://bugs.python.org/issue16043Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.python.org/issue16043Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-1753?
The gzip_decode function in the xmlrpc client library in Python 3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted HTTP request.
How severe is CVE-2013-1753?
CVE-2013-1753 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1753?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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