CVE-2026-42603 Details
Description
OWASP BLT is a QA testing and vulnerability disclosure platform that encompasses websites, apps, git repositories, and more. Prior to 2.1.2, .github/workflows/pre-commit-fix.yaml uses pull_request_target (privileged trigger) but checks out and executes code directly from the attacker's fork, enabling RCE with write permissions. This vulnerability is fixed in 2.1.2.
A remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in OWASP BLT versions prior to 2.1.2. The issue arises in the .github/workflows/pre-commit-fix.yaml file, which uses a privileged pull_request_target trigger. However, it checks out and executes code directly from the attacker's fork, enabling remote code execution with write permissions.
Users can upgrade to OWASP BLT version 2.1.2 or later to address this vulnerability.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed May 11, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed May 11, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/OWASP-BLT/BLT/security/advisories/GHSA-cgvj-qg2h-cqfh | CISA-ADP | AdvisoryBroken LinkVendor |
| https://github.com/OWASP-BLT/BLT/security/advisories/GHSA-cgvj-qg2h-cqfh | [email protected] | AdvisoryBroken LinkVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-94 | Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') | [email protected] |
| CWE-95 | Improper Neutralization of Directives in Dynamically Evaluated Code ('Eval Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| OWASP BLT | < 2.1.2 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 11, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 11, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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