Debian: DSA-3893-1 Critical: Jython Arbitrary Code Execution Threat
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June 22, 2017
Alvaro Munoz and Christian Schneider discovered that jython, an implementation of the Python language seamlessly integrated with Java, is prone to arbitrary code execution triggere...
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Summary
For the oldstable distribution (jessie), this problem has been fixed
in version 2.5.3-3+deb8u1.
For the stable distribution (stretch), this problem has been fixed in
version 2.5.3-16+deb9u1.
For the unstable distribution (sid), this problem has been fixed in
version 2.5.3-17.
We recommend that you upgrade your jython packages.
Further information about Debian Security Advisories, how to apply
these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be
found at: https://www.debian.org/security/
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Package: jython
CVE ID: CVE-2016-4000
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