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CVE-2026-78679

MEDIUM · CVSS 6.5 EPSS 0.24% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-25 · Last synced 2026-09-18

CyberRota Analysis

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GitPython versions prior to 3.1.59 are vulnerable to an arbitrary file read issue in the TagReference.create() function, allowing attackers to exploit a bypass in the option guard by supplying a crafted reference parameter. This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive file contents, which are then returned in the annotated tag message. Organizations using GitPython should prioritize updating to the latest version to mitigate potential data exposure risks.

Public Exploit Signal

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CVE
CVE-2026-78679
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
6.5
EPSS
0.24%

Original NVD Description

GitPython before 3.1.59 contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability in TagReference.create() where a positional reference parameter bypasses the unsafe option guard. Attackers can supply a reference value like --file=<path> to read arbitrary files, with contents returned in the annotated tag message.