Vulnerability identifier: #VU85319
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 9.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Gitlab Community Edition
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
GitLab Enterprise Edition
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
Vendor: GitLab, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can deliver user account password reset emails to an unverified email address.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Gitlab Community Edition: 16.1.0 - 16.7.1
GitLab Enterprise Edition: 16.1.0 - 16.7.1
External links
http://about.gitlab.com/releases/2024/01/11/critical-security-release-gitlab-16-7-2-released/
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.