CVE-2014-9938
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.32%
Last modified
CVE-2014-9938 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. contrib/completion/git-prompt.sh in Git before 1.9.3 does not sanitize branch names in the PS1 variable, allowing a malicious repository to cause code execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
contrib/completion/git-prompt.sh in Git before 1.9.3 does not sanitize branch names in the PS1 variable, allowing a malicious repository to cause code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Git-Scm | Git | < 1.9.3 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2004Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/git/git/commit/8976500cbbb13270398d3b3e07a17b8cc7bff43fPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/njhartwell/pw3nageExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2004Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/git/git/commit/8976500cbbb13270398d3b3e07a17b8cc7bff43fPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/njhartwell/pw3nageExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-9938?
contrib/completion/git-prompt.sh in Git before 1.9.3 does not sanitize branch names in the PS1 variable, allowing a malicious repository to cause code execution.
How severe is CVE-2014-9938?
CVE-2014-9938 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9938?
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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