CVE-2008-5517
Overview
CVE-2008-5517 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting git git. It was published on January 13, 2009.
Technical Description
The web interface in git (gitweb) 1.5.x before 1.5.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters related to (1) git_snapshot and (2) git_object.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from git. Update git to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
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References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-5517?
CVE-2008-5517 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting git git. It was published on January 13, 2009.
How severe is CVE-2008-5517?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2008-5517?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from git. Update git to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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