Memory Read Vulnerability in Git Products by Git
CVE-2018-11233

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Canonical

Status
Ubuntu Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 May 2018

What is CVE-2018-11233?

In various versions of Git prior to specific updates, a vulnerability exists that can be exploited during pathname sanity-checking on NTFS file systems. This flaw allows for reading out-of-bounds memory, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive information or other security impacts. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest versions to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:2147
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https://usn.ubuntu.com/3671-1/
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104346
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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