CVE-2024-6257

HashiCorp go-getter Vulnerable to Code Execution On Git Update Via Git Config Manipulation

Description

HashiCorp’s go-getter library can be coerced into executing Git update on an existing maliciously modified Git Configuration, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

Category

8.4
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.10%
Affected: HashiCorp Shared library
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://discuss.hashicorp.com/t/hcsec-2024-13-hashicorp-go-getter-vulnerable-to-code-execution-on-git-update-via-git-config-manipulation/68081

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6257?
CVE-2024-6257 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-6257?
To fix CVE-2024-6257, 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-2024-6257 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-6257 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-6257?
CVE-2024-6257 affects HashiCorp Shared library.
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