libgit2 / libgit2/libgit2sharp

git2-785d8c4.dll reported as malware by Windows Defender

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Description

LibGit2Sharp is bundling git2-785d8c4.dll in one of the version I used for GitDiffMargin which tries to solve memory issues!

Windows reports since this morning update that git2-785d8c4.dll contains the Malware: Trojan:Win32/Varpes.N!cl

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Research direction

Start by reviewing how LibGit2Sharp bundles git2-785d8c4.dll and the linked GitDiffMargin issue. Investigate the Windows Defender Trojan:Win32/Varpes.N!cl report and determine whether the bundled DLL is affected; document the finding and any required release or packaging resolution.

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Assessment

Tech stack
csharp, git
Domain
security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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