CVE-2021-4118: pytorch-lightning deserialization of untrusted data

Summary

CVE-2021-4118 describes Deserialization of Untrusted Data (CWE-502) in pytorch-lightning, reported through huntr.dev. The NVD published the entry on 12/23/2021 and last modified it on 11/21/2024, and the NVD assessment has not yet been provided. The source text does not list the affected versions or describe how an attacker reaches the flaw.

Mitigation

The source does not state a fix yet. Check the original advisory for updates.

Affected packages in the Exposure Registry

Matched by package name and ecosystem. Each entry shows whether the package delegates to a language model and how many tracked packages depend on it.

• pytorch-lightningPyPILLM dependency since 2025-11-05 · 6 tracked dependents

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