REDHAT-BUG-2338002: High severity git lfs vulnerability

Published Jan 14, 2025
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Updated

Git LFS is a Git extension for versioning large files. When Git LFS requests credentials from Git for a remote host, it passes portions of the host's URL to the git-credential(1) command without checking for embedded line-ending control characters, and then sends any credentials it receives back from the Git credential helper to the remote host. By inserting URL-encoded control characters such as line feed (LF) or carriage return (CR) characters into the URL, an attacker may be able to retrieve a user's Git credentials. This problem exists in all previous versions and is patched in v3.6.1. All users should upgrade to v3.6.1. There are no workarounds known at this time.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Git Git LFS<3.6.1

Event History

Jan 14, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·08:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2338002?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2338002 is classified as important due to its potential impact on credential handling.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2338002?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2338002, upgrade Git LFS to version 3.6.1 or later.

3

What software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2338002?

REDHAT-BUG-2338002 affects Git LFS versions prior to 3.6.1.

4

What kind of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2338002?

REDHAT-BUG-2338002 is a security vulnerability involving credential handling in Git LFS.

5

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2338002?

No official workaround is documented for REDHAT-BUG-2338002; upgrading to the fixed version is recommended.

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