CVE-2007-4631

CVE-2007-4631 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Qgit with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-59.

Key facts

Description

The DataLoader::doStart function in dataloader.cpp in QGit 1.5.6 and other versions up to 2pre1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on temporary files with predictable filenames.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-4631?
The DataLoader::doStart function in dataloader.cpp in QGit 1.5.6 and other versions up to 2pre1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on temporary files with predictable filenames.
How severe is CVE-2007-4631?
CVE-2007-4631 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-4631 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-4631?
CVE-2007-4631 affects Qgit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4631?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-4631 published?
CVE-2007-4631 was published on 2007-08-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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