CVE-2023-23618
First published: Tue Feb 14 2023(Updated: )
Git for Windows is the Windows port of the revision control system Git. Prior to Git for Windows version 2.39.2, when `gitk` is run on Windows, it potentially runs executables from the current directory inadvertently, which can be exploited with some social engineering to trick users into running untrusted code. A patch is available in version 2.39.2. As a workaround, avoid using `gitk` (or Git GUI's "Visualize History" functionality) in clones of untrusted repositories.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 (includes 15.0 - 15.8) | =15.9 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 (includes 16.0 - 16.10) | =16.11 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.5 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.2 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.0 | |
| Git For Windows Project Git For Windows | <2.39.2 |
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Reference Links
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-23618 (Advisory)
- https://github.com/git-for-windows/git/commit/49a8ec9dac3cec6602f05fed1b3f80a549c8c05c
- https://github.com/git-for-windows/git/releases/tag/v2.39.2.windows.1
- https://github.com/git-for-windows/git/security/advisories/GHSA-wxwv-49qw-35pm
- https://wiki.tcl-lang.org/page/exec
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-23618?
CVE-2023-23618 is a Git for Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-23618?
Users of Microsoft Visual Studio 2017, 2019, and 2022 are affected by CVE-2023-23618.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-23618?
CVE-2023-23618 has a severity level of high (7 out of 10).
How can I fix CVE-2023-23618 in Visual Studio 2022 version 17.5?
You can fix CVE-2023-23618 in Visual Studio 2022 version 17.5 by applying the patch provided by Microsoft. You can download the patch from the official Visual Studio website.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-23618?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-23618 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.
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