CVE-2026-112818
Description
A flaw was found in git-annex. An attacker who provides a repository cloned by a victim can configure or manipulate remote definitions targeting the victim's private storage. When the victim synchronizes repository content, private annexed files are retrieved and transferred to the attacker, leading to sensitive information disclosure.
Statement
Red Hat Product Security has determined that this vulnerability does not affect any currently supported Red Hat product. This assessment may evolve based on further analysis and discovery. For more information about this vulnerability and the products it affects, please see the linked references.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Other
Technical Impact: Varies by Context
Allowing external control of system settings can disrupt service or cause an application to behave in unexpected, and potentially malicious ways.
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