Urgent security update for python39-setuptools fixes CVE-2025-47273 (CVSS 7.7), a critical path traversal flaw. Learn how to patch SUSE Linux, openSUSE Leap, and enterprise systems to prevent arbitrary file writes. Full patch commands included.
Severe Vulnerability Patched in Python Setuptools
A high-risk security flaw (CVE-2025-47273) has been discovered in python39-setuptools, affecting major Linux distributions, including SUSE Enterprise, openSUSE Leap, and SAP applications.
Rated CVSS 7.7, this path traversal vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary file writes, compromising system integrity.
Affected Systems
openSUSE Leap 15.3 / 15.6
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP3 (LTSS)
SUSE Enterprise Storage 7.1
SUSE High Performance Computing (HPC) environments
Patch Instructions for SUSE & openSUSE
To mitigate CVE-2025-47273, apply the update immediately using these commands:
1. openSUSE Leap
# openSUSE Leap 15.3 zypper in -t patch SUSE-2025-1723=1 # openSUSE Leap 15.6 zypper in -t patch openSUSE-SLE-15.6-2025-1723=1
2. SUSE Enterprise Systems
# SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP3 LTSS zypper in -t patch SUSE-SLE-Product-SLES-15-SP3-LTSS-2025-1723=1 # SUSE SAP Applications zypper in -t patch SUSE-SLE-Product-SLES_SAP-15-SP3-2025-1723=1
Why This Update Matters
Critical Risk: Exploiting this flaw could lead to unauthorized file modifications, a severe threat in cloud and enterprise environments.
Enterprise Impact: Affects SUSE’s High Performance Computing (HPC) and SAP infrastructures—key systems for data-sensitive industries.
Compliance: Unpatched systems may violate CIS benchmarks and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Additional References
FAQ
Q: Is this vulnerability exploitable remotely?
A: Yes—CVSS:4.0 scores 7.7 due to network attack vectors (AV:N) and high integrity impact (VI:H).
Q: Are containers affected?
A: If using vulnerable python39-setuptools in containerized environments, yes. Update base images.
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