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How the CVE Works
CVE-2025-22165 is an Arbitrary Code Execution (ACE) vulnerability in Sourcetree for Mac (v4.2.8). A locally authenticated attacker can exploit this flaw by manipulating user-interactive processes, leading to unauthorized code execution. The vulnerability stems from improper input validation, allowing malicious payloads to bypass security checks. With a CVSS score of 5.9, it impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file or triggering a crafted action within the application.
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Platform: Sourcetree (Mac)
Version: 4.2.8
Vulnerability: Arbitrary Code Execution
Severity: Medium
Date: 07/30/2025
Prediction: Patch by 08/15/2025
What Undercode Say
Check installed version $ grep -i "version" /Applications/Sourcetree.app/Contents/Info.plist Exploit PoC (simulated) $ echo "Malicious payload" > trigger_file && open trigger_file
How Exploit
- Local authentication required.
- User interaction needed (e.g., file open).
- Crafted input bypasses checks.
Protection from this CVE
- Upgrade to latest version.
- Restrict local user privileges.
- Disable untrusted file execution.
Impact
- Confidentiality: High
- Integrity: High
- Availability: High
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Reported By: nvd.nist.gov
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