CVE-2013-4663

CVE-2013-4663 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redmine Redmine Git Hosting Plugin with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-77.

Key facts

Description

git_http_controller.rb in the redmine_git_hosting plugin for Redmine allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) the service parameter to info/refs, related to the get_info_refs function or (2) the reqfile argument to the file_exists function.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4663?
git_http_controller.rb in the redmine_git_hosting plugin for Redmine allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in (1) the service parameter to info/refs, related to the get_info_refs function or (2) the reqfile argument to the file_exists function.
How severe is CVE-2013-4663?
CVE-2013-4663 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-4663 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4663?
CVE-2013-4663 affects Redmine Redmine Git Hosting Plugin. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4663?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-4663 published?
CVE-2013-4663 was published on 2014-12-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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