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CVE-2025-71342: picklescan before 0.0.30 fails to detect malicious pickle files using idlelib.run.Executive.runcode in reduce methods....

HIGH CVSS 8.1 Exploit Available

Published: July 4, 2026 | Last Modified: July 4, 2026

Description

picklescan before 0.0.30 fails to detect malicious pickle files using idlelib.run.Executive.runcode in reduce methods. Attackers can embed undetected code in pickle files that executes during pickle.load, enabling remote code execution in PyTorch models and supply chain attacks.

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

High CVSS score indicates significant risk — exploitation could lead to substantial data exposure or system compromise.
Exploit code is reported to be available, increasing the likelihood of active exploitation.

This analysis is generated by Ghostwire from NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS, and open-source intelligence data. Verify findings through primary sources before acting.

References

github.com/mmaitre314/picklescan/security/advisories/GHSA-m869-42cg-3xwr
www.vulncheck.com/advisories/picklescan-undetected-remote-code-execution-via-idl
www.tenable.com/cve/CVE-2025-71342
www.cnnvd.org.cn/home/globalSearch?keyword=CVE-2025-71342