7.5
CWE
754
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-49607: Playbook plugin crash via missing interface type assertion

First published: Tue Dec 12 2023(Updated: )

Mattermost fails to validate the type of the "reminder" body request parameter allowing an attacker to crash the Playbook Plugin when updating the status dialog.

Credit: responsibledisclosure@mattermost.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mattermost<=7.8.14
Mattermost>=8.0.0<=8.1.5
Mattermost>=9.0.0<=9.0.3
Mattermost>=9.1.0<=9.1.2
Mattermost>=9.2.0<=9.2.1
Mattermost=9.1.1

Remedy

Update Mattermost Plugins to versions 9.2.2, 8.1.6, 9.0.4, 9.1.3 or higher.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-49607?

    CVE-2023-49607 is assigned a severity rating based on its potential impact on the Mattermost server, which may allow service disruption.

  • How do I mitigate CVE-2023-49607?

    To mitigate CVE-2023-49607, you should update your Mattermost server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of Mattermost are affected by CVE-2023-49607?

    CVE-2023-49607 affects Mattermost server versions up to 7.8.14, as well as various versions between 8.0.0 and 9.2.1.

  • Can CVE-2023-49607 lead to a denial of service?

    Yes, CVE-2023-49607 can potentially cause a denial of service by crashing the Playbook Plugin when the status dialog is updated.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-49607?

    Yes, a patch for CVE-2023-49607 is included in the latest releases of the Mattermost server, which should be applied immediately.

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