REDHAT-BUG-2168161
First published: Wed Feb 08 2023(Updated: )
By feeding a crafted input to "git apply", a path outside the working tree can be overwritten as the user who is running "git apply".
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Git |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2170912
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:3245
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:3246
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2023-23946
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:0407
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2168161
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2168161?
REDHAT-BUG-2168161 has significant severity as it allows overwriting paths outside the working tree.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2168161?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2168161, update to the latest version of Git that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2168161?
REDHAT-BUG-2168161 affects systems using Git that have a specific exploitable version.
What kind of exploit does REDHAT-BUG-2168161 represent?
REDHAT-BUG-2168161 represents a command injection vulnerability allowing unauthorized file overwriting.
Who is impacted by the vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-2168161?
Users running Git with the vulnerable version are impacted by REDHAT-BUG-2168161.
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