ELA-289-1 python3.4 security update

multiple vulnerabilities

2020-09-30
Packagepython3.4
Version3.4.2-1+deb8u9
Related CVEs CVE-2019-20907 CVE-2020-26116


Two issues have been found in Python 3.4, an interactive high-level object-oriented language.

CVE-2019-20907 Avoid infinite loop with crafted tar file by improving header validation.

CVE-2020-26116 Avoid injection of HTTP headers via the HTTP method without rejecting newline characters.



For Debian 8 jessie, these problems have been fixed in version 3.4.2-1+deb8u9.

We recommend that you upgrade your python3.4 packages.

Further information about Extended LTS security advisories can be found in the dedicated section of our website.