Vulnerability Description
gix-submodule before 0.29.0 (gitoxide before 0.5.21, gix before 0.84.0) incorrectly validates the update field in .gitmodules, allowing attackers to bypass the CommandForbiddenInModulesConfiguration guard when a submodule has been initialized with only partial configuration in .git/config. An attacker can inject arbitrary shell commands via the update field in .gitmodules that will be executed when Submodule::update() is called on a previously-initialized submodule, enabling remote code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/GitoxideLabs/gitoxide/commit/6a2e6a436f76c8bbf2487f9967413a51
- https://github.com/GitoxideLabs/gitoxide/commit/dd5c18d9e526e8de462fa40aa047acd0
- https://github.com/GitoxideLabs/gitoxide/security/advisories/GHSA-f26g-jm89-4g65
- https://red.anthropic.com/2026/cvd/findings/ANT-2026-6SNS6KMP
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/gitoxide-command-injection-via-partial-gitm
- https://github.com/GitoxideLabs/gitoxide/security/advisories/GHSA-f26g-jm89-4g65
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-40034?
CVE-2026-40034 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). gix-submodule before 0.29.0 (gitoxide before 0.5.21, gix before 0.84.0) incorrectly validates the update field in .gitmodules, allowing attackers to bypass the CommandForbiddenInModulesConfiguration g...
How severe is CVE-2026-40034?
CVE-2026-40034 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-40034?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.