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CVE-2026-24685: OpenProject has Argument Injection on Repository module that allows Arbitrary File Write

OpenProject is an open-source, web-based project management software. Versions prior to 16.6.6 and 17.0.2 have an arbitrary file write vulnerability in OpenProject’s repository diff download endpoint (`/projects/:project_id/repository/diff.diff`) when rendering a single revision via git show. By supplying a specially crafted rev value (for example, `rev=--output=/tmp/poc.txt)`, an attacker can inject git show command-line options. When OpenProject executes the SCM command, Git interprets the attacker-controlled rev as an option and writes the output to an attacker-chosen path. As a result, any user with the `:browse_repository` permission on the project can create or overwrite arbitrary files that the OpenProject process user is permitted to write. The written contents consist of git show output (commit metadata and patch), but overwriting application or configuration files still leads to data loss and denial of service, impacting integrity and availability. The issue has been fixed in OpenProject 17.0.2 and 16.6.6.

CriticalCVSS 9.4Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

Plain-English summary

OpenProject versions before 16.6.6 and 17.0.2 allow a repository user to make the server write Git output to files the OpenProject process can access. This can overwrite important files, causing data loss or service disruption. The issue is critical, but the provided sources do not show active exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat as urgent for internet-accessible or broadly used OpenProject deployments. Prioritize upgrading because a low-privileged repository user can damage files and disrupt service. If upgrade cannot happen immediately, reduce repository browsing permissions until fixed.

Technical view

The repository diff download endpoint mishandles a revision parameter when invoking git show. A user with :browse_repository permission can inject Git command-line options, causing arbitrary file write as the OpenProject process user. Written content is limited to git show output, but overwriting application or configuration files can affect integrity and availability.

Likely exposure

Exposure is limited to OpenProject instances running versions below 16.6.6, or 17.0.0 through 17.0.1, with repository browsing enabled for users. Exploitation requires a user account or role with :browse_repository permission on a project.

Exploitation context

The CVSS 4.0 score is 9.4 with network attack vector, low complexity, low privileges, and no user interaction. The source bundle marks KEV as false, and no cited source confirms active exploitation.

Researcher notes

The impact depends on filesystem permissions of the OpenProject process user and which files are writable. Sources state arbitrary file write, not arbitrary command execution. Avoid assuming broader impact without local validation. No public exploitation evidence is provided in the supplied sources.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade OpenProject to 16.6.6 or 17.0.2 or later.
  • Review vendor advisory GHSA-74p5-9pr3-r6pw for deployment-specific guidance.
  • Temporarily restrict :browse_repository permission where immediate upgrade is not possible.
  • Check writable application and configuration paths for unexpected file changes.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory OpenProject versions across production and non-production environments.
  • Identify instances below 16.6.6 or 17.0.2.
  • Review project roles granting :browse_repository permission.
  • Confirm upgraded systems report fixed OpenProject versions.
  • Inspect logs for unusual repository diff download activity.
Prepared
Confidence
high
Sources
3

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
Critical
CVSS
9.4 (4.0)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H

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CVSS vector scores

1 official score

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
9.4CVSS 4.0CriticalCVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H——Primary CVE score

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 4.0 score

9.4Critical
CVSS 4.0 vector shape for CVE-2026-24685Attack VectorAttack ComplexityAttack RequirementsPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionVS ConfidentialityVS IntegrityVS AvailabilitySS ConfidentialitySS IntegritySS Availability

Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Attack Requirements
NonePresent
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NonePassiveActive
VS Confidentiality
HighLowNone
VS Integrity
HighLowNone
VS Availability
HighLowNone
SS Confidentiality
HighLowNone
SS Integrity
HighLowNone
SS Availability
HighLowNone

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Affected products

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
opfopenproject< 16.6.6, >= 17.0.0, < 17.0.2Listed
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')

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