CVE-2022-1332: Restricted custom admin role can bypass the restrictions and view the server logs and server config.json file contents

Published Apr 13, 2022
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Updated

One of the API in Mattermost version 6.4.1 and earlier fails to properly protect the permissions, which allows the authenticated members with restricted custom admin role to bypass the restrictions and view the server logs and server config.json file contents.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=5.37.0<5.37.9
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=6.2.0<6.2.5
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=6.3.0<6.3.5
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=6.4.0<6.4.2

Remediation

Information

Update Mattermost to version v6.4.2, 6.3.5, 6.2.5, or 5.37.9, depending on the minor version being run

Event History

Apr 13, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:06 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-1332?

CVE-2022-1332 is a vulnerability in Mattermost version 6.4.1 and earlier that allows authenticated members with restricted custom admin role to bypass restrictions and view server logs and config.json file contents.

2

What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-1332?

Mattermost versions 5.37.0 to 5.37.9, 6.2.0 to 6.2.5, 6.3.0 to 6.3.5, and 6.4.0 to 6.4.2 are affected by CVE-2022-1332.

3

How severe is CVE-2022-1332?

CVE-2022-1332 has a severity rating of 4.3 out of 10.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-1332?

To fix CVE-2022-1332, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Mattermost Server.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-1332?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-1332 on the Mattermost website at https://mattermost.com/security-updates/

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