Unauthorized Access to Sensitive Data Due to Overly Broad Token Scopes in GitLab CE/EE
CVE-2024-11669

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Gitlab
Status
Gitlab
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 November 2024

Summary

A security issue has been identified in GitLab CE/EE that affects multiple versions. The vulnerability arises from an overly broad application of token scopes which may allow unauthorized access to sensitive data through certain API endpoints. As a result, users may face risks related to data confidentiality and integrity. It is crucial for users of the affected products to evaluate their configurations and implement necessary security measures to mitigate potential exposure risks.

Affected Version(s)

GitLab 16.9.8 < 17.4.5

GitLab 17.5 < 17.5.3

GitLab 17.6 < 17.6.1

References

https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab/-/issues/501528
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

This vulnerability has been discovered internally by GitLab team member Dylan Griffith.
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