CVE-2026-73240
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Git Argument Injection Vulnerability in Apache Allura

Publication date: 2026-08-12

Last updated on: 2026-08-17

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
Specifically crafted inputs may lead to git argument injection in Apache Allura. This issue affects Apache Allura: before 1.19.1. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.19.1, which fixes the issue.

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Published
2026-08-12
Last Modified
2026-08-17
Generated
2026-09-02
AI Q&A
2026-08-12
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-31
NVD
CVE-2026-73240
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57369

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apache allura to 1.19.1 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-88 The product constructs a string for a command to be executed by a separate component in another control sphere, but it does not properly delimit the intended arguments, options, or switches within that command string.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves specially crafted inputs that could allow an attacker to inject malicious Git commands in Apache Allura. It affects versions before 1.19.1.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability can be detected by checking the installed version of Apache Allura. If the version is below 1.19.1, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'pip show allura' or check the version in your package manager to verify.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to execute unauthorized Git commands, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or system compromise if the injected commands have sufficient privileges.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability itself does not directly impact compliance with GDPR or HIPAA. However, if exploited, it could lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of sensitive data processed by Apache Allura, which may affect compliance. The vulnerability is mitigated by upgrading to version 1.19.1, which includes field-level encryption for sensitive data.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Apache Allura to version 1.19.1 or later to fix the vulnerability.

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