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CVE-2026-73624

Gitpython vulnerability

8.1 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.55%
  1. Published13 Aug 2026

Description

GitPython versions before 3.1.54 contain an arbitrary file overwrite vulnerability in the Diffable.diff method that fails to validate git options passed through kwargs. Attackers can supply the --output argument via the other parameter or output kwarg to write patch content to attacker-chosen file paths at process privilege level.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Gitpython< 3.1.54

Remediation

Fixed in
Gitpython≥ 3.1.54

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-73624 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-73624 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.55%.

How severe is CVE-2026-73624?

CVE-2026-73624 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-73624?

Affected products include Gitpython.

How do I fix CVE-2026-73624?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Gitpython 3.1.54 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.