What is the severity of CVE-2021-22240?

CVE-2021-22240 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on user access controls.

How do I fix CVE-2021-22240?

To fix CVE-2021-22240, upgrade to GitLab EE version 13.11.7, 13.12.7, or 14.0.3 or later.

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-22240?

CVE-2021-22240 affects GitLab EE versions 13.11.6, 13.12.6, and 14.0.2.

Can CVE-2021-22240 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-22240 can potentially be exploited remotely through improper access controls.

What is the nature of CVE-2021-22240?

CVE-2021-22240 involves improper access control allowing users to bypass restrictions via single sign-on.

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CVE-2021-22240

medium

4.3

CWE

863

5/8/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-22240

First published: Thu Aug 05 2021(Updated: )

Improper access control in GitLab EE versions 13.11.6, 13.12.6, and 14.0.2 allows users to be created via single sign on despite user cap being enabled

Credit: cve@gitlab.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
GitLab	>=13.7.0<13.11.6
GitLab	>=13.12.0<13.12.6
GitLab	>=14.0.0<14.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on user access controls.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22240?
To fix CVE-2021-22240, upgrade to GitLab EE version 13.11.7, 13.12.7, or 14.0.3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 affects GitLab EE versions 13.11.6, 13.12.6, and 14.0.2.
Can CVE-2021-22240 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-22240 can potentially be exploited remotely through improper access controls.
What is the nature of CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 involves improper access control allowing users to bypass restrictions via single sign-on.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on user access controls.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22240?
To fix CVE-2021-22240, upgrade to GitLab EE version 13.11.7, 13.12.7, or 14.0.3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 affects GitLab EE versions 13.11.6, 13.12.6, and 14.0.2.
Can CVE-2021-22240 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-22240 can potentially be exploited remotely through improper access controls.
What is the nature of CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 involves improper access control allowing users to bypass restrictions via single sign-on.