SB2021061307 - Arch Linux update for python-websockets
Published: June 13, 2021
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021061307
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Observable discrepancy (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-33880)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to observable timing discrepancy on server when HTTP Basic authentication is enabled with basic_auth_protocol_factory(credentials=...). A remote attacker can guess passwords via timing attack.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.