CVE-2017-18899
First published: Fri Jun 19 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 4.2.0, 4.1.1, and 4.0.5. It mishandles IP-based rate limiting.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | <4.0.5 | |
| Mattermost | >=4.1.0<4.1.1 | |
| Mattermost | =4.2.0-rc1 | |
| Mattermost | =4.2.0-rc2 | |
| Mattermost | =4.2.0-rc3 | |
| Mattermost | =4.2.0-rc4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18899?
CVE-2017-18899 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18899?
To fix CVE-2017-18899, upgrade to Mattermost Server version 4.2.0 or later.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18899?
CVE-2017-18899 allows attackers to bypass IP-based rate limiting, potentially leading to abuse.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-18899?
CVE-2017-18899 affects Mattermost Server versions prior to 4.2.0, 4.1.1, and 4.0.5.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-18899?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2017-18899 other than upgrading to a fixed version.
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