CVE-2021-29417

gitjacker before 0.1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .git directory because of directory traversal

published March 29, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty remote attacker can sneak in and execute arbitrary code using a specially crafted .git directory in gitjacker before version 0.1.0! 🔥 Think of it like a delivery person who opens your package, swaps out the contents with something dangerous, and reseals it without anyone noticing — you’re left with a ticking time bomb! 💣 If exploited, an attacker could take control of your system, running malicious code at will. This could lead to data leaks, unauthorized access, and a complete compromise of your environment — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery person who opens your package, swaps out the contents with something dangerous, and reseals it without anyone noticing — you’re left with a ticking time bomb! 💣 This vulnerability arises from a directory traversal flaw that allows attackers to manipulate the path of the .git directory, enabling them to execute whatever code they desire.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could take control of your system, running malicious code at will. This could lead to data leaks, unauthorized access, and a complete compromise of your environment — absolutely devastating! To protect yourself, upgrade to gitjacker version 0.1.0 or later immediately. Also, review your access controls and ensure proper sanitization of user inputs to avoid such exploits in the future. You've got this! Act now to secure your system and maintain your superhero status in the security world! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03772 · 89.9th percentile
Published
2021-03-29T18:07Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 MAR 18:07Z
    gitjacker before 0.1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .git directory because of directory traversal
    cvelistv5