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CVE-2018-7187

8.8 · HIGH

The "go get" implementation in Go 1.9.4, when the -insecure command-line option is used, does not validate the import path (get/vcs.go only checks for "://" anywhere in the string), which allows re…

Published Feb 16, 2018CWE-78EPSS 63.03%

Overview

CVE-2018-7187 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 16, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The "go get" implementation in Go 1.9.4, when the -insecure command-line option is used, does not validate the import path (get/vcs.go only checks for "://" anywhere in the string), which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via a crafted web site.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

GitHubgist.github.com/SLAYEROWNER/b2a358f13ab267f2e9543bb9f9320ffcGitHubgithub.com/golang/go/issues/23867Reflists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/02/msg00029.htmlRefsecurity.gentoo.org/glsa/201804-12Refwww.debian.org/security/2019/dsa-4379Refwww.debian.org/security/2019/dsa-4380GitHubgist.github.com/SLAYEROWNER/b2a358f13ab267f2e9543bb9f9320ffcGitHubgithub.com/golang/go/issues/23867Reflists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/02/msg00029.htmlRefsecurity.gentoo.org/glsa/201804-12

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-7187?

CVE-2018-7187 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 16, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-7187?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-7187?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2018-7187?

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