Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2019-11582 affects Atlassian Sourcetree for Windows before 3.1.3. A crafted URI can trigger argument injection in Sourcetree URI handlers, allowing remote code execution. This matters most on developer workstations, where code, credentials, and repository access may be exposed.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation where Sourcetree is installed on developer or privileged Windows systems. The issue is old, but remote code execution on development endpoints can create disproportionate business risk through source code, credentials, and repository access.
Technical view
The vulnerability is argument injection in Sourcetree for Windows URI handlers. The CVE description states all versions before 3.1.3 are affected and remote attackers can achieve code execution with a crafted URI. The provided sources do not include CVSS, CWE, exploit prerequisites, or detailed remediation notes.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to Windows endpoints with Atlassian Sourcetree installed below version 3.1.3. Developer, build, and admin workstations should be prioritized because Sourcetree commonly has repository access and local developer credentials.
Exploitation context
The provided bundle does not establish active exploitation, and the CVE is not marked in KEV. The public description says remote attackers can use a crafted URI, but it does not document delivery methods, exploit availability, or required user interaction.
Researcher notes
Evidence is concise: CVE description and Atlassian issue reference identify argument injection in URI handlers before 3.1.3. CVSS, CWE, exploit status, and detailed prerequisites are absent from the supplied bundle, so validation should focus on version exposure and vendor advisory review.
Mitigation direction
- Upgrade Sourcetree for Windows to version 3.1.3 or later.
- Remove or disable outdated Sourcetree installations where no longer needed.
- Check Atlassian guidance for any additional product-specific remediation.
- Prioritize developer and privileged Windows endpoints first.
Validation and detection
- Inventory Windows endpoints for installed Sourcetree versions.
- Confirm no Sourcetree installation is below version 3.1.3.
- Review endpoint telemetry for suspicious Sourcetree URI handler activity.
- Verify developer workstations have current patch and software management records.
Public sources used
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- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
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CVSS and timeline data
No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/SRCTREEWIN-11917CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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