Vulnerability Description
The convert extension in Mercurial before 3.8 might allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted git repository name.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Mercurial | Mercurial | <= 3.7.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-05/msg00082.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3570
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90536
- http://www.slackware.com/security/viewer.php?l=slackware-security&y=2016&m=slack
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201612-19
- https://selenic.com/hg/rev/a56296f55a5e
- https://www.mercurial-scm.org/wiki/WhatsNew#Mercurial_3.8_.2F_3.8.1_.282016-5-1.Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-05/msg00082.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3570
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90536
- http://www.slackware.com/security/viewer.php?l=slackware-security&y=2016&m=slack
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201612-19
- https://selenic.com/hg/rev/a56296f55a5e
- https://www.mercurial-scm.org/wiki/WhatsNew#Mercurial_3.8_.2F_3.8.1_.282016-5-1.Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3105?
CVE-2016-3105 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The convert extension in Mercurial before 3.8 might allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted git repository name.
How severe is CVE-2016-3105?
CVE-2016-3105 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3105?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debian Linux, Mercurial Mercurial.