CVE-2020-10953: Path Traversal

Published Mar 27, 2020
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Updated

In GitLab EE 11.7 through 12.9, the NPM feature is vulnerable to a path traversal issue.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GitLab GitLab>=11.7.0<=12.9

Event History

Mar 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:52 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10953?

CVE-2020-10953 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for path traversal attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-10953?

To fix CVE-2020-10953, upgrade GitLab to version 12.9.1 or later.

3

What versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2020-10953?

CVE-2020-10953 affects GitLab EE versions from 11.7 through 12.9.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2020-10953?

CVE-2020-10953 allows attackers to exploit a path traversal vulnerability, potentially accessing unauthorized files.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-10953?

There is no official workaround for CVE-2020-10953; upgrading to a safe version is necessary.

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