SB2026010911 - Improper Handling of Windows Device Names in Werkzeug
Published: January 9, 2026
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Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper Handling of Windows Device Names (CVE-ID: N/A)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to the "safe_join" function allows path segments with Windows device names that have file extensions or trailing spaces. A remote attacker can cause reading of the file to hang indefinitely.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.