CVE-2021-22238: XSS
First published: Fri Aug 20 2021(Updated: )
An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting all versions starting with 13.3. GitLab was vulnerable to a stored XSS by using the design feature in issues.
Credit: cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab | >=13.3.0<13.12.9 | |
| GitLab | >=13.3.0<13.12.9 | |
| GitLab | >=14.0.0<14.0.7 | |
| GitLab | >=14.0.0<14.0.7 | |
| GitLab | >=14.1.0<14.1.2 | |
| GitLab | >=14.1.0<14.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-22238?
CVE-2021-22238 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS).
How do I fix CVE-2021-22238?
To fix CVE-2021-22238, you should upgrade GitLab to a version that is not affected, specifically 13.12.10 or later, or to any version starting from 14.0.8.
Which versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2021-22238?
CVE-2021-22238 affects all GitLab versions from 13.3.0 up to and including 13.12.9, as well as certain 14.x versions up to 14.1.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-22238?
CVE-2021-22238 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the issue design feature in GitLab.
Can CVE-2021-22238 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-22238 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute scripts in the context of users' sessions.
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