GLSA 201706-04: Git: Security bypass
| Severity: | normal |
| Title: | Git: Security bypass |
| Date: | 06/06/2017 |
| Bugs: | |
| ID: | 201706-04 |
Synopsis
A vulnerability in Git might allow remote attackers to bypass security restrictions.Background
Git is a free and open source distributed version control system designed to handle everything from small to very large projects with speed and efficiency.
Affected packages
| Package | Vulnerable | Unaffected | Architecture(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| dev-vcs/git | < 2.13.0 | >= 2.13.0 | All supported architectures |
Description
Timo Schmid discovered that the Git restricted shell incorrectly filtered allowed commands.
Impact
A remote attacker could possibly bypass security restrictions and access sensitive information.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
Resolution
All Git users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=dev-vcs/git-2.13.0"
References
Availability
This GLSA and any updates to it are available for viewing at the Gentoo Security Website:
Concerns?
Security is a primary focus of Gentoo Linux and ensuring the confidentiality and security of our users machines is of utmost importance to us. Any security concerns should be addressed to security@gentoo.org or alternatively, you may file a bug at https://bugs.gentoo.org.
License
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