7.5
CWE
74
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-21258

First published: Fri Jun 19 2020(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.1. It allows attackers to cause a denial of service via the invite_people slash command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mattermost<5.1.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-21258?

    CVE-2018-21258 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-21258?

    To fix CVE-2018-21258, upgrade Mattermost Server to version 5.1.0 or later.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2018-21258?

    The impact of CVE-2018-21258 is that it allows attackers to disrupt service by exploiting the invite_people slash command.

  • Is my version of Mattermost Server affected by CVE-2018-21258?

    If you are using Mattermost Server version prior to 5.1.0, you are affected by CVE-2018-21258.

  • When was CVE-2018-21258 disclosed?

    CVE-2018-21258 was disclosed in 2018, targeting vulnerabilities in Mattermost Server.

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