CVE-2023-51380: Incorrect Authorization allows Read Access to Issue Comments in GitHub Enterprise Server
First published: Thu Dec 21 2023(Updated: )
An incorrect authorization vulnerability was identified in GitHub Enterprise Server that allowed issue comments to be read with an improperly scoped token. This vulnerability affected all versions of GitHub Enterprise Server since 3.7 and was fixed in version 3.7.19, 3.8.12, 3.9.7, 3.10.4, and 3.11.1.
Credit: product-cna@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub Enterprise | >=3.7.0<3.7.19 | |
| GitHub Enterprise | >=3.8.0<3.8.12 | |
| GitHub Enterprise | >=3.9.0<3.9.7 | |
| GitHub Enterprise | >=3.10.0<3.10.4 | |
| GitHub Enterprise | =3.11.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://docs.github.com/en/enterprise-server@3.7/admin/release-notes#3.7.19
- https://docs.github.com/en/enterprise-server@3.8/admin/release-notes#3.8.12
- https://docs.github.com/en/enterprise-server@3.9/admin/release-notes#3.9.7
- https://docs.github.com/en/enterprise-server@3.10/admin/release-notes#3.10.4
- https://docs.github.com/en/enterprise-server@3.11/admin/release-notes#3.11.1
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-51380?
CVE-2023-51380 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the risk of unauthorized access to issue comments.
How do I fix CVE-2023-51380?
To fix CVE-2023-51380, you must upgrade GitHub Enterprise Server to version 3.7.19, 3.8.12, 3.9.7, or higher.
Which versions of GitHub Enterprise Server are affected by CVE-2023-51380?
CVE-2023-51380 affects all versions of GitHub Enterprise Server prior to 3.7.19, 3.8.12, and 3.9.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-51380?
CVE-2023-51380 is an incorrect authorization vulnerability.
What consequences can arise from CVE-2023-51380?
CVE-2023-51380 can lead to potential unauthorized access to sensitive issue comments.
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