Vulnerability 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.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Git-Server | < 1.3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/adobe/git-server/security/advisories/GHSA-cgj4-x2hh-2x93Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/adobe/git-server/security/advisories/GHSA-cgj4-x2hh-2x93Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-9708?
CVE-2020-9708 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). 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 o...
How severe is CVE-2020-9708?
CVE-2020-9708 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-9708?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Git-Server.