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CVE-2008-3546

UnknownEPSS 4.30%

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CVE-2008-3546 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the (1) diff_addremove and (2) diff_change functions in GIT before 1.5.6.4 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a PATH whose length is larger than the system's PATH_MAX when running GIT utilities such as git-diff or git-grep.. EPSS estimates a 4.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the (1) diff_addremove and (2) diff_change functions in GIT before 1.5.6.4 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a PATH whose length is larger than the system's PATH_MAX when running GIT utilities such as git-diff or git-grep.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.30%

89.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GitGit1.5.5.3
GitGit1.5.5.4
GitGit1.5.6.1
GitGit1.5.6.2
GitGit1.5.6.3

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3546?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the (1) diff_addremove and (2) diff_change functions in GIT before 1.5.6.4 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a PATH whose length is larger than the system's PATH_MAX when running GIT utilities such as git-diff or git-grep.
How severe is CVE-2008-3546?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3546 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3546?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST