How severe is CVE-2010-1449?

CVE-2010-1449 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2010-1449 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2010-1449?

CVE-2010-1449 affects Python. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2010-1449?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2010-1449 published?

CVE-2010-1449 was published on 2010-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2010-1449

CVE-2010-1449 is a high-severity vulnerability in Python with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-190.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-190
Affected product: Python
Published: 2010-05-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Integer overflow in rgbimgmodule.c in the rgbimg module in Python 2.5 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via a large image that triggers a buffer overflow. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2008-3143.12.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-1449?: Integer overflow in rgbimgmodule.c in the rgbimg module in Python 2.5 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via a large image that triggers a buffer overflow. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2008-3143.12.
How severe is CVE-2010-1449?: CVE-2010-1449 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-1449 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-1449?: CVE-2010-1449 affects Python. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1449?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-1449 published?: CVE-2010-1449 was published on 2010-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:python:python:2.5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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