Remote code execution in Git
| Risk | Medium |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2017-14867 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-78 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Git Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration |
| Vendor | Git |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.
1) OS command injection
EUVDB-ID: #VU8606
Risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 8.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-14867
CWE-ID:
CWE-78 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands on vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when processing "git-cvsserver" parameters. A remote authenticated attacker can inject arbitrary OS commands and execute them on vulnerable system with 'git' user privileges.
Update to version 2.10.5, 2.11.4, 2.12.5, 2.13.6 or 2.14.2.
Vulnerable software versionsGit: 2.10.0 - 2.14.1
External linkshttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/09/26/9
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
