[ GLSA 201706-04 ] Git

[GLSA]

Gentoo Linux Security Advisory

Title: Git: Security bypass (GLSA 201706-04)
Severity: normal
Exploitable: remote
Date: 2017-06-06
Bug(s): #618126
ID: 201706-04

Synopsis

A vulnerability in Git might allow remote attackers to bypass
security restrictions.


Background

Git is a free and open source distributed version control system
designed to handle everything from small to very large projects with
speed and efficiency.


Affected Packages

Package: dev-vcs/git
Vulnerable: < 2.13.0
Unaffected: >= 2.13.0
Architectures: All supported architectures


Description

Timo Schmid discovered that the Git restricted shell incorrectly
filtered allowed commands.


Impact

A remote attacker could possibly bypass security restrictions and access
sensitive information.


Workaround

There is no known workaround at this time.

Resolution

All Git users should upgrade to the latest version: