CVE-2020-9708

GHSL-2020-133: Insufficient validation of user input in resolveRepositoryPath function

Description

The resolveRepositoryPath function doesn't properly validate user input and a malicious user may traverse to any valid Git repository outside the repoRoot. This issue may lead to unauthorized access of private Git repositories as long as the malicious user knows or brute-forces the location of the repository.

Categories

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.12% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: Adobe Helix
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9708?
CVE-2020-9708 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-9708?
To fix CVE-2020-9708, 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-2020-9708 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-9708 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-9708?
CVE-2020-9708 affects Adobe Helix.
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