PatchTheCVECVE-2026-29780: eml_parser serves as a python module for parsing eml files and returning various information found in the e-ma
CVE-2026-29780 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.5) affecting eml parser. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
eml_parser serves as a python module for parsing eml files and returning various information found in the e-mail as well as computed information. Prior to version 2.0.1, the official example script examples/recursively_extract_attachments.py contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows arbitrary file write outside the intended output directory. Attachment filenames extracted from parsed emails are directly used to construct output file pat
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 83%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2026-03-07 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2026-29780?
eml parser: upgrade to 2.0.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-29780 being exploited?
CVE-2026-29780 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-2026-29780 affect?
CVE-2026-29780 affects eml parser. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.5). eml_parser serves as a python module for parsing eml files and returning various information found in the e-mail as well as computed information. Prior to version 2.0.1, the official example script examples/recursively_extract_attachments.p
How urgent is CVE-2026-29780?
Priority 28/100. Public exploit reference