CVE-2024-25817: Buffer Overflow vulnerability in eza before version 0.18.2, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code v

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-25817?

eza: upgrade to 0.18.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2024-25817 being exploited?

CVE-2024-25817 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2024-25817 affect?

CVE-2024-25817 affects eza. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Buffer Overflow vulnerability in eza before version 0.18.2, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code via the .git/HEAD, .git/refs, and .git/objects components.

Routine

HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2024-25817 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting eza. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in eza before version 0.18.2, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code via the .git/HEAD, .git/refs, and .git/objects components.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.3% (top 81%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-120
Published	2024-03-06
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: eza.rock

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2024-03-06 00:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 07:16 UTCUpdated Record last modified

eza.rock eza UPGRADE

Affected: < 0.18.2

Fixed in: 0.18.2

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy eza || rpm -q eza || eza --version

2. UPGRADE to 0.18.2 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade eza

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade eza

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2024-25817?

eza: upgrade to 0.18.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-25817 being exploited?

CVE-2024-25817 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-2024-25817 affect?

CVE-2024-25817 affects eza. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Buffer Overflow vulnerability in eza before version 0.18.2, allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code via the .git/HEAD, .git/refs, and .git/objects components.

How urgent is CVE-2024-25817?

Priority 32/100. High severity

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