CVE-2026-3479

CVE-2026-3479 is a none-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 0.0. 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-22.

Key facts

Description

DISPUTED: The project has clarified that the documentation was incorrect, and that pkgutil.get_data() has the same security model as open(). The documentation has been updated to clarify this point. There is no vulnerability in the function if following the intended security model. pkgutil.get_data() did not validate the resource argument as documented, allowing path traversals.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-3479?
DISPUTED: The project has clarified that the documentation was incorrect, and that pkgutil.get_data() has the same security model as open(). The documentation has been updated to clarify this point. There is no vulnerability in the function if following the intended security model. pkgutil.get_data() did not validate the resource argument as documented, allowing path traversals.
How severe is CVE-2026-3479?
CVE-2026-3479 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 0.0, rated none severity.
Is CVE-2026-3479 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (15th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-3479?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-3479 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-3479 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-12940.
When was CVE-2026-3479 published?
CVE-2026-3479 was published on 2026-03-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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