How severe is CVE-2014-1933?

CVE-2014-1933 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2014-1933 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-1933?

CVE-2014-1933 primarily affects Python Pillow. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1933?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2014-1933 published?

CVE-2014-1933 was published on 2014-04-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-1933

CVE-2014-1933 is a low-severity vulnerability in Python Pillow with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Python Pillow
Published: 2014-04-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The (1) JpegImagePlugin.py and (2) EpsImagePlugin.py scripts in Python Image Library (PIL) 1.1.7 and earlier and Pillow before 2.3.1 uses the names of temporary files on the command line, which makes it easier for local users to conduct symlink attacks by listing the processes.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-1933?: The (1) JpegImagePlugin.py and (2) EpsImagePlugin.py scripts in Python Image Library (PIL) 1.1.7 and earlier and Pillow before 2.3.1 uses the names of temporary files on the command line, which makes it easier for local users to conduct symlink attacks by listing the processes.
How severe is CVE-2014-1933?: CVE-2014-1933 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2014-1933 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-1933?: CVE-2014-1933 primarily affects Python Pillow. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1933?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-1933 published?: CVE-2014-1933 was published on 2014-04-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:python:pillow:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:pythonware:python_imaging_library:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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