CVE-2020-15867
HighPublic exploitThe git hook feature in Gogs 0.5.5 through 0.12.2 allows for authenticated remote code execution.
Published Oct 16, 2020 · Updated Aug 7, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-15867 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.2 v3.1) affecting Gogs.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Gogs <=0.12.2, Gogs 0.12.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v3.1
7.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
87%
Higher than 99.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The git hook feature in Gogs 0.5.5 through 0.12.2 allows for authenticated remote code execution. There can be a privilege escalation if access to this hook feature is granted to a user who does not have administrative privileges. NOTE: because this is mentioned in the documentation but not in the UI, it could be considered a "Product UI does not Warn User of Unsafe Actions" issue.
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| GogsGogs | See advisory | 0.12.2 |
Patched Releases
Gogs
<=0.12.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 16, 2020
Last updated
Aug 7, 2026
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
The git hook feature in Gogs 0.5.5 through 0.12.2 allows for authenticated remote code execution.
Affected: Gogs. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Gogs <=0.12.2, Gogs 0.12.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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