Description

Slackware has issued an update for python. This fixes some vulnerabilities, where some have unknown impact and others can potentially be exploited by malicious people to cause a DoS (Denial of Service) or to compromise a vulnerable system.

For more information:
SA31305

Solution
Apply updated packages.
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Original Advisory
http://slackware.com/security/viewer.php?l=slackware-security&y=2008&m=slackware-security.525289

Other references
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