Vulnerability identifier: #VU11150

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1000132

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Mercurial
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Mercurial

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.

The weakness exists due to improper access control. A remote attacker can gain access to potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Update to version 4.5.1.

Vulnerable software versions

Mercurial: 2.6.0 - 4.5.0

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External links
http://www.mercurial-scm.org/wiki/WhatsNew#Mercurial_4.5.1_.2F_4.5.2_.282018-03-06.29

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.