Security update for python-fsspec
Description
A security update for python-fsspec addresses a remote code execution vulnerability caused by server-side template injection in the ReferenceFileSystem component. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-104851 and has been assigned a high severity rating. No specific affected versions or patch details are provided in the available data.
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Technical Analysis
The python-fsspec library contained a remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2026-104851) due to server-side template injection in the ReferenceFileSystem. This flaw could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely by exploiting the template injection issue. The update from the SUSE Product Security Team fixes this vulnerability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on systems using the vulnerable python-fsspec ReferenceFileSystem component. This poses a significant security risk, potentially leading to full system compromise or unauthorized actions.
Mitigation Recommendations
A security update has been released to fix this vulnerability. Users should apply the update provided by the SUSE Product Security Team to remediate the issue. Patch status is not explicitly confirmed in the data; therefore, users should consult the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Csaf Category
- csaf_security_advisory
- Csaf Version
- 2.0
- Publisher
- SUSE Product Security Team
- Advisory Id
- openSUSE-SU-2026:22028-1
- Cve Count
- 1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ac80fb02cdf04f65639a73f
Added to database: 10/08/2026, 21:48:32 UTC
Last enriched: 10/08/2026, 22:09:19 UTC
Last updated: 10/09/2026, 01:48:07 UTC
Views: 1
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