SB2020051909 - Improper access control in Zulip server



SB2020051909 - Improper access control in Zulip server

Published: May 19, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020051909
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: N/A)

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the "invite_by_admins_only" permission. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.