CVE-2022-1337: OOM DoS in Mattermost image proxy

Published Apr 13, 2022
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Updated

The image proxy component in Mattermost version 6.4.1 and earlier allocates memory for multiple copies of a proxied image, which allows an authenticated attacker to crash the server via links to very large image files.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost-server/v6<6.4.2
6.4.2
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

Upgrade to Mattermost version 6.4.2, 6.3.5, 6.2.5, or 5.37.9.

Event History

Apr 13, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:06 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 14, 2022
Advisory Published
12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this Mattermost issue?

The vulnerability ID for this Mattermost issue is CVE-2022-1337.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2022-1337?

The severity level of CVE-2022-1337 is medium.

3

How does the image proxy component in Mattermost version 6.4.1 and earlier lead to the vulnerability?

The image proxy component in Mattermost version 6.4.1 and earlier allocates memory for multiple copies of a proxied image, which allows an authenticated attacker to crash the server via links to very large image files.

4

Which versions of Mattermost Server are affected by CVE-2022-1337?

Mattermost Server 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-2022-1337.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-1337?

To fix CVE-2022-1337, you should update Mattermost Server to version 6.4.2 or later.

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