CVE-2020-7630

git-add-remote through 1.0.0 is vulnerable to Command Injection

published April 2, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A hidden command injection in git-add-remote could let an attacker execute any command they fancy! Think of it like having a waiter who serves your order without really checking what you've written down — if you're not careful, a rogue order might just slip through! If exploited, this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or malicious actions. Imagine the chaos that could ensue if an attacker could run commands as if they were a trusted user!

Put simply

Think of it like having a waiter who serves your order without really checking what you've written down — if you're not careful, a rogue order might just slip through! This command injection in git-add-remote affects versions up to 1.0.0 by allowing crafted input in the name argument to execute arbitrary system commands. It’s like a loophole that lets someone bypass security checks and gain access to the system's command line.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or malicious actions. Imagine the chaos that could ensue if an attacker could run commands as if they were a trusted user! Update to the latest version of git-add-remote to eliminate this flaw. Additionally, review any input sanitization practices in your environment to prevent similar vulnerabilities. Don't forget to audit your systems for any potential misuse! You've got this! Patch up and fortify your defenses. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04221 · 90.9th percentile
Published
2020-04-02T21:41Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 APR 21:41Z
    git-add-remote through 1.0.0 is vulnerable to Command Injection
    cvelistv5