PatchTheCVECVE-2021-34081: OS Command Injection vulnerability in bbultman gitsome through 0.2.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary com
CVE-2021-34081 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting gitsome. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
OS Command Injection vulnerability in bbultman gitsome through 0.2.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted tag name of the target git repository.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 3.4% (top 11%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2022-06-02 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2021-34081?
gitsome: upgrade to newer than 0.2.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-34081 being exploited?
CVE-2021-34081 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2021-34081 affect?
CVE-2021-34081 affects gitsome. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). OS Command Injection vulnerability in bbultman gitsome through 0.2.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted tag name of the target git repository.
How urgent is CVE-2021-34081?
Priority 58/100. High severity; Public exploit reference