CVE-2023-41419
python-gevent: privilege escalation via a crafted script to the WSGIServer component
Severity
ImportantRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · August 31, 2023
Updated · June 28, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in python-event, which could allow a remote attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by a flaw in the WSGIServer component. By using a specially crafted script, an attacker can gain elevated privileges.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 9.1CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
CWE-269 · Improper Privilege Management