Add a plugin to detect os.join with input
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- Python
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Description
Transfer of OpenStack blueprint to GH issue:
https://blueprints.launchpad.net/bandit/+spec/add-os-join-plugin
If os.join is used with un-filtered user input it can lead to path traversal. A plugin that detects its use could be useful for pentesting.
Contributor guide
First steps
- Read the whole issue, then the project's contributing guide.
- Comment on the issue to say you are picking it up — it saves two people doing the same work.
- Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
- Open a pull request that references the issue number.
Research direction
Start by reading the linked OpenStack blueprint and examining existing Bandit plugin implementations for how calls and user-controlled input are detected. Done means a plugin flags os.join when it receives unfiltered user input, with coverage for the relevant detection behavior.
Written by the indexing model from the issue text.
Assessment
- Tech stack
- python
- Domain
- devtools, security
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 35/100