CVE-2024-45720: Apache Subversion: Command line argument injection on Windows platforms
On Windows platforms, a "best fit" character encoding conversion of command line arguments to Subversion's executables (e.g., svn.exe, etc.) may lead to unexpected command line argument interpretation, including argument injection and execution of other programs, if a specially crafted command line argument string is processed.
All versions of Subversion up to and including Subversion 1.14.3 are affected on Windows platforms only. Users are recommended to upgrade to version Subversion 1.14.4, which fixes this issue.
Subversion is not affected on UNIX-like platforms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45720?
CVE-2024-45720 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for command line argument injection.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45720?
To mitigate CVE-2024-45720, upgrade to Apache Subversion version 1.14.4 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2024-45720?
CVE-2024-45720 specifically affects Windows platforms running Apache Subversion executables.
What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2024-45720 involve?
CVE-2024-45720 involves argument injection vulnerabilities that can lead to unexpected command line execution.
What should I do if I am using an affected version of Apache Subversion regarding CVE-2024-45720?
If using an affected version of Apache Subversion, immediately upgrade to a secure version to prevent exploitation of CVE-2024-45720.