CVE-2017-18890: Input Validation

Published Jun 19, 2020
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 4.3.0, 4.2.1, and 4.1.2. It allows an attacker to create a button that, when pressed by a user, launches an API request.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Mattermost Mattermost Server<4.1.2
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=4.2.0<4.2.1
Mattermost Mattermost Server=4.3.0-rc1
Mattermost Mattermost Server=4.3.0-rc2
Mattermost Mattermost Server=4.3.0-rc3
Mattermost Mattermost Server=4.3.0-rc4

Event History

Jun 19, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:08 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18890?

CVE-2017-18890 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized API requests.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-18890?

To fix CVE-2017-18890, upgrade Mattermost Server to version 4.3.0 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-18890?

CVE-2017-18890 affects Mattermost Server versions before 4.3.0, 4.2.1, and 4.1.2.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2017-18890 enable?

CVE-2017-18890 enables attackers to create buttons that can trigger API requests when activated by users.

5

Is there a specific release where CVE-2017-18890 was fixed?

Yes, CVE-2017-18890 was fixed in the release of Mattermost Server 4.3.0.

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