CVE-2026-11968: Improper Neutralization of Argument Delimiters in a Command ('Argument Injection') in TortoiseGit
Published Jun 24, 2026
·Updated
Argument Injection in TortoiseGitBlame via Malicious Git History Filenames Leads to Arbitrary File Write in TortoiseGit
Affected Software
1 affected component
TortoiseGit TortoiseGitBlame
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
TortoiseGitto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.19.0
Event History
Jun 24, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:33 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:17 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-11968?
The severity of CVE-2026-11968 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-11968?
To fix CVE-2026-11968, update TortoiseGit to the latest version that addresses the argument injection vulnerability.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2026-11968?
CVE-2026-11968 allows for arbitrary file write due to improper neutralization of argument delimiters in command execution.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2026-11968?
Users of TortoiseGit Blame are affected by CVE-2026-11968 if they handle malicious Git history filenames.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-11968?
CVE-2026-11968 is classified as an Argument Injection vulnerability.