CVE-2023-2784: Apps Framework allows install requests from regular members via an internal path

Published Jun 16, 2023
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Updated

Mattermost fails to verify if the requestor is a sysadmin or not, before allowing install requests to the Apps allowing a regular user send install requests to the Apps.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Mattermost Mattermost>=7.8.0<=7.8.4
Mattermost Mattermost>=7.9.0<=7.9.3
Mattermost Mattermost=7.10.0

Remediation

Information

Update Mattermost Server to versions v7.8.5, v7.9.4, v7.10.1 or higher.

Event History

Jun 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:41 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:41 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this Mattermost vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-2784.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2023-2784?

The severity rating of CVE-2023-2784 is medium with a score of 6.5.

3

How does Mattermost verify if the requestor is a sysadmin?

Mattermost fails to verify if the requestor is a sysadmin before allowing install requests to the Apps.

4

What versions of Mattermost are affected by CVE-2023-2784?

Versions 7.8.0 to 7.8.4, 7.9.0 to 7.9.3, and 7.10.0 of Mattermost are affected by CVE-2023-2784.

5

How can I fix the issue in Mattermost?

To fix the issue, it is recommended to update Mattermost to a version that is not affected by CVE-2023-2784.

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