CVE-2021-22236: High severity gitlab vulnerability

Published Aug 25, 2021
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Updated

Due to improper handling of OAuth client IDs, new subscriptions generated OAuth tokens on an incorrect OAuth client application. This vulnerability is present in GitLab CE/EE since version 14.1.

Affected Software

2 affected components
GitLab GitLab>=14.1.0<14.1.2
GitLab GitLab>=14.1.0<14.1.2

Event History

Aug 25, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22236?

CVE-2021-22236 has been classified with a moderate severity level due to the improper handling of OAuth client IDs.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-22236?

To fix CVE-2021-22236, upgrade your GitLab instance to version 14.1.3 or later.

3

Which versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2021-22236?

CVE-2021-22236 affects GitLab CE/EE versions from 14.1.0 to 14.1.2.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2021-22236?

The risks associated with CVE-2021-22236 include unauthorized access due to incorrect OAuth token generation.

5

Is CVE-2021-22236 applicable to both GitLab CE and EE?

Yes, CVE-2021-22236 affects both GitLab Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE) versions.

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