SB2017100601 - Ubuntu update for Git 



SB2017100601 - Ubuntu update for Git

Published: October 6, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017100601
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) OS command injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-14867)

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands on vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when processing "git-cvsserver" parameters. A remote authenticated attacker can inject arbitrary OS commands and execute them on vulnerable system with 'git' user privileges.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.