Dulwich Arbitrary code execution via commit with directory path starting with .git — CVE-2014-9706

Summary

The `build_index_from_tree` function in index.py in Dulwich versions 0.9.9 and below allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a commit with a directory path starting with `.git/`, which is not properly handled when checking out a working tree.

Product

pip: dulwich

What to do

General, cautious steps (verify details in the official source):

• Prioritize patching or mitigation immediately (treat as actively risky).
• Identify affected product versions in your inventory and verify whether you are impacted.
• Apply vendor patches/updates or recommended mitigations as soon as available.
• Read the official advisory for exact affected versions and remediation steps.

Official advisory

• Read the official source
• CVE Record
• NVD

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