Vulnerability Description
GitPython versions before 3.1.54 contain a remote code execution vulnerability in the check_unsafe_options guard that can be bypassed by smuggling git options inside single-character kwarg values. Attackers can supply crafted option dictionaries to clone_from, fetch, pull, push, ls_remote, iter_commits, blame, or archive methods to execute arbitrary OS commands via the --upload-pack parameter.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitpython Project | Gitpython | < 3.1.54 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/security/advisories/GHSA-r9mr-ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/gitpython-before-remote-code-execution-via-Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-73625?
CVE-2026-73625 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). GitPython versions before 3.1.54 contain a remote code execution vulnerability in the check_unsafe_options guard that can be bypassed by smuggling git options inside single-character kwarg values. Att...
How severe is CVE-2026-73625?
CVE-2026-73625 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-73625?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gitpython Project Gitpython.