SB2022072545 - Improper Authorization in Zulip Server



SB2022072545 - Improper Authorization in Zulip Server

Published: July 25, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022072545
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-31168)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to an incorrect authorization check. A remote user can use a specially crafted API call and gain elevated privileges on the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.