CVE-2025-71176
low-risk
Published 2026-01-22
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.
Do I need to act?
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0.01% chance of exploitation
EPSS score — low exploit probability
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Not on CISA KEV list
No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA
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Patch status unknown
Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance
6
CVSS 6.8/10
Medium
LOCAL
/ LOW complexity
27
/ 100
low-risk
Severity
22/34 · High
Exploitability
0/34 · Minimal
Exposure
5/34 · Minimal