CVE-2010-3492: The asyncore module in Python before 3.2 does not properly handle unsuccessful calls to the accept function...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a denial-of-service issue in Python's asyncore module before Python 3.2. A network-facing daemon using that module could terminate when accept() fails in certain ways. The main business concern is availability of older custom Python services, not data theft or privilege escalation. Likely exposure is limited to legacy Python services using asyncore, especially network daemons running Python before 3.2 or affected vendor packages referenced by Mandriva and OVAL sources. Systems not using asyncore are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Medium priority for organizations with old Python services. This should be handled through legacy service inventory and patch planning. Escalate if an affected asyncore daemon supports a critical or internet-facing business function. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire or upgrade Python runtimes older than 3.2.; Apply vendor Python package updates where supported by the operating system vendor.; Prioritize internet-facing asyncore-based daemons for remediation..

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Jun 28, 2026, 01:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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