#VU95113 Improper access control in Harbor - CVE-2024-22278

Vulnerability identifier: #VU95113

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:N/SC:L/SI:L/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-22278

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Harbor
Server applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: Harbor

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of the user permissions when updating project configurations. A remote administrator can bypass implemented security restrictions and modify configurations in the current project.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Harbor: 2.9.0 - 2.10.2

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External links
https://github.com/goharbor/harbor/security/advisories/GHSA-hw28-333w-qxp3

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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.