tqdm: Arbitrary code execution

Background

tqdm is a smart progress meter.

Description

A vulnerablility was discovered in tqdm._version that could allow a malicious git log within the current working directory.

Impact

A remote attacker could execute arbitrary commands by enticing a user to clone a crafted repo.

Workaround

There is no known workaround at this time.

Resolution

All tqdm users should upgrade to the latest version:

 # emerge --sync
 # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=dev-python/tqdm-4.23.3"