CVE-2025-61659 — MEDIUM (6.8)

Vulnerability Description

bash-git-prompt 2.6.1 through 2.7.1 insecurely uses the /tmp/git-index-private$$ file, which has a predictable name.

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-377

References

https://github.com/magicmonty/bash-git-prompt/issues/561

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-61659?

CVE-2025-61659 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). bash-git-prompt 2.6.1 through 2.7.1 insecurely uses the /tmp/git-index-private$$ file, which has a predictable name.

How severe is CVE-2025-61659?

CVE-2025-61659 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-61659?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.