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CVE-2026-42284 - Vulnerability Analysis

HighCVSS: 8.1

Last Updated: May 7, 2026

GitPython - Command Injection

Published: May 7, 2026Updated: May 7, 2026PoC AvailableRemote Exploitable

Overview

GitPython < 3.1.47 contains a command injection caused by improper validation of multi_options in _clone(), letting attackers execute arbitrary hooks during clone, exploit requires crafted multi_options input.

Severity & Score

Severity: High

CVSS Score: 8.1

Impact

Attackers can execute arbitrary code during repository clone, potentially compromising the system.

Mitigation

Update to version 3.1.47 or later.

References

https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/releases/tag/3.1.47
https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/security/advisories/GHSA-x2qx-6953-8485

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Details

CVE ID: CVE-2026-42284
Severity: High
CVSS Score: 8.1
Type: command_injection
Status: confirmed

CWE

CWE-88

CVSS Metrics

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H