CVE-2018-16874

Description

In Go before 1.10.6 and 1.11.x before 1.11.3, the "go get" command is vulnerable to directory traversal when executed with the import path of a malicious Go package which contains curly braces (both '{' and '}' characters). Specifically, it is only vulnerable in GOPATH mode, but not in module mode (the distinction is documented at https://golang.org/cmd/go/#hdr-Module_aware_go_get). The attacker can cause an arbitrary filesystem write, which can lead to code execution.

Categories

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 3.46% Top 15%
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Affected: [UNKNOWN] golang
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-16874?
CVE-2018-16874 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-16874?
To fix CVE-2018-16874, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-16874 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-16874 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-16874?
CVE-2018-16874 affects [UNKNOWN] golang.
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