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CVE-2009-0317: Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python language bindings for Nautilus (nautilus-python) allows l...

Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python language bindings for Nautilus (nautilus-python) allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983).

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This is a local-code-execution issue in nautilus-python. A malicious Python file placed in the current working directory could be loaded because of unsafe search-path behavior tied to Python's PySys_SetArgv handling. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on older Linux desktop systems or legacy images with vulnerable nautilus-python packages. The bundle does not name exact affected versions or CPEs, so package-level confirmation is required. Treat this as a legacy desktop hardening issue unless affected systems are multi-user, shared, or handle untrusted local files. Prioritize remediation through normal patch management once exposure is confirmed. Mitigation focus: Check vendor distribution advisories for nautilus-python and related Python updates.; Apply supported package updates where vendor fixes are available.; Remove vulnerable nautilus-python packages where they are not required..

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