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CVE-2023-51664

7.3 · HIGH

tj-actions/changed-files is a Github action to retrieve all files and directories.

Published Dec 27, 2023CWE-74EPSS 3.35%

Overview

CVE-2023-51664 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 27, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

tj-actions/changed-files is a Github action to retrieve all files and directories. Prior to 41.0.0, the `tj-actions/changed-files` workflow allows for command injection in changed filenames, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code and potentially leak secrets. This issue may lead to arbitrary command execution in the GitHub Runner. This vulnerability has been addressed in version 41.0.0. Users are advised to upgrade.

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

GitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/commit/0102c07446a3cad972f4afcbd0ee4dbc4b6d2d1bGitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/commit/716b1e13042866565e00e85fd4ec490e186c4a2fGitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/commit/ff2f6e6b91913a7be42be1b5917330fe442f2edeGitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/security/advisories/GHSA-mcph-m25j-8j63GitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/commit/0102c07446a3cad972f4afcbd0ee4dbc4b6d2d1bGitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/commit/716b1e13042866565e00e85fd4ec490e186c4a2fGitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/commit/ff2f6e6b91913a7be42be1b5917330fe442f2edeGitHubgithub.com/tj-actions/changed-files/security/advisories/GHSA-mcph-m25j-8j63

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-51664?

CVE-2023-51664 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 27, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-51664?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-51664?

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-2023-51664?

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