CVE-2016-10075: The tqdm._version module in tqdm versions 4.4.1 and 4.10 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a cr

Routine

HIGH 7.8DOWNGRADE

CVE-2016-10075 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting tqdm. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The tqdm._version module in tqdm versions 4.4.1 and 4.10 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted repo with a malicious git log in the current working directory.

Why this priority

High severity

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.4% (top 62%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-17
Published	2017-01-19
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: tqdm project

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2017-01-19 20:59 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 00:39 UTCUpdated Record last modified

tqdm project tqdm DOWNGRADE

Affected: 4.4.1 · 4.10

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 4.4.1

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy tqdm || rpm -q tqdm || tqdm --version

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE to a release before 4.4.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison tqdm sudo apt install tqdm=<VERSION_BEFORE_4.4.1> sudo apt-mark hold tqdm

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list tqdm sudo dnf downgrade tqdm-<VERSION_BEFORE_4.4.1> sudo dnf versionlock add tqdm

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2016-10075?

tqdm: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2016-10075 being exploited?

CVE-2016-10075 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2016-10075 affect?

CVE-2016-10075 affects tqdm. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). The tqdm._version module in tqdm versions 4.4.1 and 4.10 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted repo with a malicious git log in the current working directory.

How urgent is CVE-2016-10075?

Priority 37/100. High severity

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