CVE-2010-2542
High
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the is_git_directory function in setup.c in Git before 1.7.2.1 allows local users to gain privileges via a long gitdir: field in a .git file in a working copy.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductGit
PublishedAug 11, 2010
First seenAug 11, 2010
How to fix
Update
- git-scm git1.7.2.1 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| git-scm git | v < 1.7.2.1 | 1.7.2.1 |
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