Vulnerability identifier: #VU81293

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-4379

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
GitLab Enterprise Edition
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: GitLab, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote administrator can bypass code owners approval by changing a MR's base branch.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GitLab Enterprise Edition: 15.3.0 - 16.4.0

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External links
http://about.gitlab.com/releases/2023/09/28/security-release-gitlab-16-4-1-released/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.