RHSA-2021:4057: Moderate: python3 security update
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language, which includes modules, classes, exceptions, very high level dynamic data types and dynamic typing. Python supports interfaces to many system calls and libraries, as well as to various windowing systems. Security Fix(es): python: urllib: Regular expression DoS in AbstractBasicAuthHandler (CVE-2021-3733) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2021:4057?
The severity of RHSA-2021:4057 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:4057?
To fix RHSA-2021:4057, upgrade to the packages with version 3.6.8-39.el8_4 or higher.
What packages are affected by RHSA-2021:4057?
RHSA-2021:4057 affects various python3 packages including python3, platform-python, and their debug and devel variants.
What systems are impacted by RHSA-2021:4057?
RHSA-2021:4057 impacts systems running Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 with specific versions of the Python packages.
Is RHSA-2021:4057 a remote vulnerability?
Yes, RHSA-2021:4057 may be exploited remotely, which highlights its importance in maintaining security.