CVE-2023-23765: Incorrect comparison vulnerability in GitHub Enterprise Server leading to commit smuggling

Published Aug 30, 2023
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Updated

An incorrect comparison vulnerability was identified in GitHub Enterprise Server that allowed commit smuggling by displaying an incorrect diff in a re-opened Pull Request. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need write access to the repository. This vulnerability was reported via the GitHub Bug Bounty Program https://bounty.github.com/ .

Affected Software

4 affected components
github Enterprise Server>=3.6.0<3.6.16
github Enterprise Server>=3.7.0<3.7.13
github Enterprise Server>=3.8.0<3.8.6
github Enterprise Server=3.9.0

Event History

Aug 30, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:33 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-23765?

CVE-2023-23765 is an incorrect comparison vulnerability in GitHub Enterprise Server that allows commit smuggling by displaying an incorrect diff in a re-opened Pull Request.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23765?

CVE-2023-23765 has a severity rating of 6.5 (Medium).

3

Which versions of GitHub Enterprise Server are affected by CVE-2023-23765?

GitHub Enterprise Server versions 3.6.0 to 3.6.16, 3.7.0 to 3.7.13, 3.8.0 to 3.8.6, and 3.9.0 are affected by CVE-2023-23765.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-23765?

To exploit CVE-2023-23765, an attacker would need write access to the repository.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-23765?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-23765 in the GitHub Enterprise Server release notes linked in the references section.

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