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7.5

Critical Update Needed for Python urllib3 Library

RHSA-2026:2728
Summary

The urllib3 library, used by many Python applications, has a security flaw that could allow hackers to access sensitive data. Update your Python packages to fix the issue and prevent unauthorized access. This update is critical for any system using urllib3, so apply it as soon as possible.

What to do
  • Update redhat python-urllib3 to version 0:1.24.2-4.el8_2.1.
  • Update redhat python3-urllib3 to version 0:1.24.2-4.el8_2.1.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
redhat python-urllib3 <= 0:1.24.2-4.el8_2.1 0:1.24.2-4.el8_2.1
redhat python3-urllib3 <= 0:1.24.2-4.el8_2.1 0:1.24.2-4.el8_2.1
Original title
Red Hat Security Advisory: python-urllib3 security update
osv CVSS3.1 7.5
Published: 17 Feb 2026 · Updated: 7 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026