CWE
863
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-22253

First published: Mon Aug 23 2021(Updated: )

Improper authorization in GitLab EE affecting all versions since 13.4 allowed a user who previously had the necessary access to trigger deployments to protected environments under specific conditions after the access has been removed

Credit: cve@gitlab.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GitLab>=13.4.0<13.12.9
GitLab>=13.4.0<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-2021-22253?

    CVE-2021-22253 has been identified with a high severity due to its impact on unauthorized access to deployments.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-22253?

    To fix CVE-2021-22253, update your GitLab installation to versions 13.12.10, 14.0.8, or 14.1.3 or later.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2021-22253?

    CVE-2021-22253 affects all GitLab versions from 13.4 to 14.1.2.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-22253?

    CVE-2021-22253 is classified as an improper authorization vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2021-22253 impact both GitLab Community and Enterprise editions?

    Yes, CVE-2021-22253 affects both GitLab Community and Enterprise editions.

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