Security readout for executives and security teams
Older Git releases had a bug in NTFS pathname checks that could read memory outside the intended buffer. The sources do not show active exploitation, but Git is widely deployed across developer laptops, CI systems, and servers, so stale installations deserve attention. Exposure is most likely where old Git versions remain on developer endpoints, build agents, automation hosts, or servers that handle repositories. NTFS-related pathname handling suggests Windows or NTFS-backed workflows are especially relevant, but the bundle does not fully scope platform impact. Treat this as a cleanup and hygiene issue unless local evidence shows old Git on high-value build or developer systems. It is not KEV-listed, but outdated Git in CI or developer workflows can create avoidable security exposure. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Git to a fixed upstream version or later.; Apply vendor-provided Git security updates for supported Linux distributions.; Prioritize systems handling untrusted repositories or automated repository operations..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- RHSA-2018:2147CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
- USN-3671-1CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_UBUNTU
- https://marc.info/?l=git&m=152761328506724&w=2CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- GLSA-201805-13CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
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