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CVE-2026-75912

7.4 · HIGH

CodeWhale versions before 0.8.64 contain an argument injection vulnerability in the git_blame tool that allows attackers to read arbitrary files by injecting git options into the unvalidated rev pa…

Published Aug 18, 2026CWE-88EPSS 0.45%

Overview

CVE-2026-75912 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 18, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

CodeWhale versions before 0.8.64 contain an argument injection vulnerability in the git_blame tool that allows attackers to read arbitrary files by injecting git options into the unvalidated rev parameter. Attackers can supply rev values like --contents=/path/to/file to exfiltrate sensitive files such as SSH keys and credentials through the tool output returned to the model.

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/Hmbown/CodeWhale/commit/9a34b5034d29f05d1f28fa61b04719ca6a741020GitHubgithub.com/Hmbown/CodeWhale/security/advisories/GHSA-c6mw-8xh8-gpq6Refwww.vulncheck.com/advisories/codewhale-before-argument-injection-via-git-blameGitHubgithub.com/Hmbown/CodeWhale/security/advisories/GHSA-c6mw-8xh8-gpq6

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-75912?

CVE-2026-75912 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 18, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-75912?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4, 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-2026-75912?

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-2026-75912?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2026-75912 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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