Vulnerability Description
gitoxide before 0.52.1 fails to validate submodule names from .gitmodules configuration, allowing path traversal when deriving submodule git directories. Attackers can craft malicious submodule names with traversal segments to redirect state() and open() functions to repositories outside .git/modules, causing repository confusion and inspection of attacker-controlled repositories.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/GitoxideLabs/gitoxide/security/advisories/GHSA-fr8x-3vfx-f45h
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/gitoxide-before-0.52.1-path-traversal-via-s
- https://github.com/GitoxideLabs/gitoxide/security/advisories/GHSA-fr8x-3vfx-f45h
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-82251?
CVE-2026-82251 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). gitoxide before 0.52.1 fails to validate submodule names from .gitmodules configuration, allowing path traversal when deriving submodule git directories. Attackers can craft malicious submodule names ...
How severe is CVE-2026-82251?
CVE-2026-82251 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-82251?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.