8.8
CWE
284
Advisory Published
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-3105

First published: Mon May 09 2016(Updated: )

The convert extension in Mercurial before 3.8 might allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted git repository name.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
pip/mercurial<3.8
3.8
Debian Linux=8.0
Mercurial<=3.7.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-3105?

    CVE-2016-3105 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-3105?

    To fix CVE-2016-3105, upgrade to Mercurial version 3.8 or later.

  • Which versions of Mercurial are affected by CVE-2016-3105?

    Mercurial versions prior to 3.8, specifically those up to and including 3.7.3, are affected by CVE-2016-3105.

  • Can CVE-2016-3105 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-3105 can be exploited remotely by context-dependent attackers through a crafted git repository name.

  • What impact does CVE-2016-3105 have on affected systems?

    CVE-2016-3105 can lead to the execution of arbitrary code on affected systems, compromising their integrity.

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