CVE-2025-71176
MEDIUM
2026-01-22
[email protected]
6.8
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
Low
Availability
Low
Lifecycle Timeline
3
Patch Released
Apr 09, 2026 - 08:30 nvd
Patch available
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
CVE Published
Jan 22, 2026 - 05:16 nvd
MEDIUM 6.8
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Description
pytest through 9.0.2 on UNIX relies on directories with the /tmp/pytest-of-{user} name pattern, which allows local users to cause a denial of service or possibly gain privileges.
Analysis
pytest versions up to 9.0.2 contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly gain privileges (CVSS 6.8).
Technical Context
affects pytest. pytest through 9.0.2 on UNIX relies on directories with the /tmp/pytest-of-{user} name pattern, which allows local users to cause a denial of service or possibly gain privileges.
Affected Products
Product: pytest. Versions: up to 9.0.2.
Remediation
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch.
Priority Score
34
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Medium
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Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: +0.0
CVSS: +34
POC: 0
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