# CVE-2026-109152: python-scp: A security vulnerability has been detected in jbardin scp.py up to 0.16.1

CVE-2026-109152 is fixed in python-scp on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-109152 (version 0.16.2-1), released October 16, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-109152
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a
- EPSS: 0.0046
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Oct 13, 2026

## Description

A security vulnerability has been detected in jbardin scp.py up to 0.16.1. The impacted element is the function _recv_file/_recv_pushd of the component SCP Receive Handler. The manipulation leads to path traversal. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. Upgrading to version 0.16.2 is sufficient to resolve this issue. The identifier of the patch is 42fc3aaa71411daed60544e3b40179c1038bed5d. Upgrading the affected component is advised. The vendor was contacted early, responded in a very professional manner and quickly released a fixed version of the affected product.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | python-scp Debian 14 | 0.16.2-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-109152](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-109152.md) | Oct 16, 2026 |

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