GitHub CLI - Execution of Arbitrary Git Binary from Current Directory

github.com/cli/cli Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

21/08/2024

Disclosed on

N/A

Severity

Yes i

Fix available

Unrated

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

GO-2022-0395: GitHub CLI can execute a git binary from the current directory in github.com/cli/cli. Affects github.com/cli/cli versions < 1.2.1. Fixed in 1.2.1. How to fix ↓

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Background

GitHub CLI is a command-line tool that provides an interface to GitHub repositories and functionalities. It is written in Go and is designed to enhance the GitHub workflow for developers. The vulnerability affects the 'github.com/cli/cli' package.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in GitHub CLI allows the execution of a git binary from the current directory. This can lead to arbitrary code execution and potential unauthorized access to sensitive information. An attacker with control over the current directory can manipulate the git binary executed by GitHub CLI, potentially compromising the integrity and security of the system.

How To Fix

Latest published version: v1.14.0 as of 22 Oct 2026

go get github.com/cli/cli@v1.14.0

Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.

If you need the minimum change

1.2.1

This is the first release that contains the fix.

go get github.com/cli/cli@v1.2.1

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Workaround

There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update the package to the fixed version as soon as possible.

Conclusion

The vulnerability in GitHub CLI allows the execution of arbitrary git binaries from the current directory, posing a significant security risk. It is crucial to update the 'github.com/cli/cli' package to version 1.2.1 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

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