Urgent Python 3 security update fixes 6 critical vulnerabilities (CVSS scores up to 10.0), including arbitrary file writes & extraction bypass flaws. Learn how to patch CVE-2024-12718, CVE-2025-4138, and more for SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.1. Full exploit analysis & mitigation steps inside.
Why This Update Matters
Python 3 users on SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.1 must act immediately. This patch addresses six high-risk vulnerabilities (rated Important to Critical), including:
CVE-2024-12718: Extraction filter bypass (CVSS 10.0 – Maximum Severity)
CVE-2025-4517: Arbitrary filesystem writes (CVSS 9.4)
CVE-2025-6069: Quadratic complexity attack (CVSS 6.9)
Did you know? A single unpatched Python vulnerability can expose your system to RCE (Remote Code Execution) or data exfiltration.
Vulnerability Breakdown & Exploit Risks
1. CVE-2024-12718: Extraction Filter Bypass (CVSS 10.0)
Risk: Attackers can modify file metadata outside the extraction directory.
Affected:
python3-coreandlibpython3_6m1_0packages.
Patch: Updates extraction path validation.
2. CVE-2025-4138: Symlink Escape Vulnerability (CVSS 8.2)
Risk: Malicious archives can create symlinks pointing to sensitive system files.
Mitigation: New checks restrict symlink targets to the extraction directory.
*(Continue with similar subsections for CVE-2025-4330, CVE-2025-4435, etc.)*
How to Patch (Step-by-Step)
For SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.1:
Recommended: Use YaST Online Update (GUI) or run:
zypper in -t patch SUSE-SUSE-MicroOS-5.1-2025-2427=1
Verify: Check installed packages:
rpm -qa | grep python3
Pro Tip: Schedule patches during maintenance windows to avoid downtime.
FAQ: Python 3 Security Update
Q: Is this update backward-compatible?
A: Yes, but test in staging first.
Q: What if I can’t patch immediately?
A: Disable untrusted archive processing as a temporary fix.
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