CVE-2016-3068
UnknownEPSS 5.41%
Last modified
CVE-2016-3068 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mercurial before 3.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted git ext:: URL when cloning a subrepository.. EPSS estimates a 5.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mercurial before 3.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted git ext:: URL when cloning a subrepository.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 | — |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 | — |
| Mercurial | Mercurial | <= 3.7.2 | — |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 22 | — |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 7.0 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Hpc Node | 7.0 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Hpc Node Eus | 7.2 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 7.0 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Aus | 7.2 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Eus | 7.2 | — |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 7.0 | — |
| Suse | Linux Enterprise Debuginfo | 11 | Sp4 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 | — |
| Suse | Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit | 11 | Sp4 |
| Suse | Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit | 12 | — |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.1 | — |
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-April/181505.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-April/181542.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00016.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00017.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00018.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00043.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-0706.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3542Third Party Advisory
- https://selenic.com/repo/hg-stable/rev/34d43cb85de8Issue Tracking, Patch
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-April/181505.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-April/181542.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00016.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00017.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00018.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00043.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-0706.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3542Third Party Advisory
- https://selenic.com/repo/hg-stable/rev/34d43cb85de8Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-3068?
Mercurial before 3.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted git ext:: URL when cloning a subrepository.
How severe is CVE-2016-3068?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3068 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3068?
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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