CVE-2020-8315: Critical severity python 2.7 vulnerability
In Python (CPython) 3.6 through 3.6.10, 3.7 through 3.7.6, and 3.8 through 3.8.1, an insecure dependency load upon launch on Windows 7 may result in an attacker's copy of api-ms-win-core-path-l1-1-0.dll being loaded and used instead of the system's copy. Windows 8 and later are unaffected.
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Python could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by an insecure dependency load upon launch on Windows 7. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.
— IBM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue in Python?
The vulnerability ID of this security issue in Python is CVE-2020-8315.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-8315?
CVE-2020-8315 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
Which versions of Python are affected by CVE-2020-8315?
Python versions 3.6 through 3.6.10, 3.7 through 3.7.6, and 3.8 through 3.8.1 are affected by CVE-2020-8315.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-8315?
CVE-2020-8315 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.
How can I fix CVE-2020-8315?
To fix CVE-2020-8315, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Python.