CVE-2017-8768: OS Command Injection
Atlassian SourceTree v2.5c and prior are affected by a command injection in the handling of the sourcetree:// scheme. It will lead to arbitrary OS command execution with a URL substring of sourcetree://cloneRepo/ext:: or sourcetree://checkoutRef/ext:: followed by the command. The Atlassian ID number is SRCTREE-4632.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8768?
CVE-2017-8768 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary OS command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8768?
To mitigate CVE-2017-8768, update Atlassian SourceTree to version 2.6 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8768?
Atlassian SourceTree versions up to and including 2.5c are affected by CVE-2017-8768.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-8768?
CVE-2017-8768 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the operating system through manipulated URL schemes.
Is CVE-2017-8768 remotely exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2017-8768 can be exploited remotely if a user is tricked into opening a malicious URL.