CVE-2022-2531: Path Traversal
An issue has been discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions starting from 12.5 before 15.0.5, all versions starting from 15.1 before 15.1.4, all versions starting from 15.2 before 15.2.1. GitLab was not performing correct authentication on Grafana API under specific conditions allowing unauthenticated users to perform queries through a path traversal vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-2531?
CVE-2022-2531 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2531?
To fix CVE-2022-2531, upgrade your GitLab EE installation to version 15.0.5, 15.1.4, or 15.2.1 or later.
What specific GitLab versions are affected by CVE-2022-2531?
CVE-2022-2531 affects GitLab EE versions from 12.5 up to, but not including, 15.0.5, 15.1 up to 15.1.4, and 15.2 up to 15.2.1.
What type of attack is CVE-2022-2531 associated with?
CVE-2022-2531 is associated with improper authentication on the Grafana API.
Is a workaround available for CVE-2022-2531?
No official workaround is provided for CVE-2022-2531; upgrading to a patched version is recommended.