REDHAT-BUG-2367730: Medium severity Eclipse JGit vulnerability
In Eclipse JGit versions 7.2.0.202503040940-r and older, the ManifestParser class used by the repo command and the AmazonS3 class used to implement the experimental amazons3 git transport protocol allowing to store git pack files in an Amazon S3 bucket, are vulnerable to XML External Entity (XXE) attacks when parsing XML files. This vulnerability can lead to information disclosure, denial of service, and other security issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2367730?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2367730 is classified as high due to the potential for XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2367730?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2367730, update Eclipse JGit to version 7.3.0 or later.
What versions of Eclipse JGit are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2367730?
Eclipse JGit versions up to and including 7.2.0.202503040940-r are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2367730.
What is the impact of REDHAT-BUG-2367730 on applications?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-2367730 is that it may allow an attacker to gain access to sensitive information through XML External Entity injection.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2367730 before applying the fix?
A recommended workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2367730 is to avoid using the Amazon S3 class and the repo command until the software is updated.