Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old virtualenv flaw where a local user could abuse a predictable temporary file to overwrite files through a symlink. The main business risk is on legacy shared systems where untrusted local users and vulnerable virtualenv versions still exist. There is no source-provided evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux or Unix-like systems running virtualenv before 1.5, especially shared build hosts, shell servers, or systems where multiple local users can access /tmp. Treat as a targeted legacy cleanup item, not an emergency internet-facing incident. Prioritize if vulnerable virtualenv remains on shared infrastructure or privileged build systems. Mitigation focus: Upgrade virtualenv to version 1.5 or later, or a fixed vendor package.; Check distribution advisories for patched python-virtualenv packages.; Prioritize shared systems where untrusted local users can access /tmp..
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- https://bitbucket.org/ianb/virtualenv/changeset/8be37c509fe5CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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