Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability was found in sigmade Git-MCP-Server up to 785aa159f262a02d5791a5d8a8e13c507ac42880. Affected by this vulnerability is the function child_process.exec of the file src/gitUtils.ts of the component show_merge_diff/quick_merge_summary/show_file_diff. The manipulation results in os command injection. The attack must be initiated from a local position. The exploit has been made public and could be used. This product operates on a rolling release basis, ensuring continuous delivery. Consequently, there are no version details for either affected or updated releases. It is advisable to implement a patch to correct this issue. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/sigmade/Git-MCP-Server/
- https://github.com/sigmade/Git-MCP-Server/issues/1
- https://github.com/sigmade/Git-MCP-Server/pull/2
- https://github.com/user-attachments/files/24855745/Git-MCP-Server.bug.pdf
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.352045
- https://vuldb.com/?id.352045
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.773796
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-4496?
CVE-2026-4496 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability was found in sigmade Git-MCP-Server up to 785aa159f262a02d5791a5d8a8e13c507ac42880. Affected by this vulnerability is the function child_process.exec of the file src/gitUtils.ts of the...
How severe is CVE-2026-4496?
CVE-2026-4496 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-4496?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.