Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Git for Visual Studio by Microsoft
CVE-2019-1354

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 Version 16.4 (includes 16.0 - 16.3)
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 Version 15.9 (includes 15.1 - 15.8)
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 January 2020

What is CVE-2019-1354?

A vulnerability exists in Git for Visual Studio due to improper input sanitization. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the affected system. Organizations using this software should ensure their installations are up-to-date to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability. It's critical to monitor any updates or advisories from Microsoft regarding security patches.

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Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 15.0

Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 version 15.9 (includes 15.1 - 15.8) = unspecified

Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 16.0

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
x_refsource_MISC
https://public-inbox.org/git/xmqqr21cqcn9.fsf%40gitster-c...
x_refsource_MISC
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020...
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_SUSE

EPSS Score

27% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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