CVE-2023-2825: Path Traversal
First published: Fri May 26 2023(Updated: )
An issue has been discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting only version 16.0.0. An unauthenticated malicious user can use a path traversal vulnerability to read arbitrary files on the server when an attachment exists in a public project nested within at least five groups.
Credit: cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab GitLab | =16.0.0 | |
| GitLab GitLab | =16.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue affecting GitLab CE/EE?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-2825.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-2825?
The severity of CVE-2023-2825 is high with a severity value of 7.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-2825?
Only GitLab CE/EE version 16.0.0 is affected by CVE-2023-2825.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-2825?
An unauthenticated malicious user can exploit CVE-2023-2825 by using a path traversal vulnerability to read arbitrary files on the server when an attachment exists in a public project nested within at least five groups.
Are there any references for CVE-2023-2825?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2023-2825 at the following links: [HackerOne Report](https://hackerone.com/reports/1994725), [GitLab Issue](https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab/-/issues/412371), [GitLab CVE Repository](https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/cves/-/blob/master/2023/CVE-2023-2825.json).
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