Vulnerability Description
GitPython is a python library used to interact with Git repositories. Prior to version 3.1.49, GitConfigParser.set_value() passes values to Python's configparser without validating for newlines. GitPython's own _write() converts embedded newlines into indented continuation lines (e.g. \n becomes \n\t), but Git still accepts an indented [core] stanza as a section header — so the injected core.hooksPath becomes effective configuration. Any Git operation that invokes hooks (commit, merge, checkout) will then execute scripts from the attacker-controlled path. This issue has been patched in version 3.1.49.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitpython Project | Gitpython | < 3.1.49 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/releases/tag/3.1.49PatchRelease Notes
- https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/security/advisories/GHSA-v87r-ExploitMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/security/advisories/GHSA-v87r-ExploitMitigationVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-44244?
CVE-2026-44244 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). GitPython is a python library used to interact with Git repositories. Prior to version 3.1.49, GitConfigParser.set_value() passes values to Python's configparser without validating for newlines. GitPy...
How severe is CVE-2026-44244?
CVE-2026-44244 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-2026-44244?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gitpython Project Gitpython.