CVE-2020-27955
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 82.72%
Last modified
CVE-2020-27955 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Git LFS 2.12.0 allows Remote Code Execution.. EPSS estimates a 82.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Git LFS 2.12.0 allows Remote Code Execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Git Large File Storage Project | Git Large File Storage | 2.12.0 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159923/git-lfs-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164180/Git-git-lfs-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Nov/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://exploitbox.ioExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/git-lfs/git-lfs/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://legalhackers.comThird Party Advisory
- https://legalhackers.com/advisories/Git-LFS-RCE-Exploit-CVE-2020-27955.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159923/git-lfs-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164180/Git-git-lfs-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Nov/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://exploitbox.ioExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/git-lfs/git-lfs/releasesRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://legalhackers.comThird Party Advisory
- https://legalhackers.com/advisories/Git-LFS-RCE-Exploit-CVE-2020-27955.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27955?
Git LFS 2.12.0 allows Remote Code Execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-27955?
CVE-2020-27955 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 82.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27955?
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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