CVE-2023-5159: A User Manager role with user edit permissions could manage/update bots
First published: Fri Sep 29 2023(Updated: )
Mattermost fails to properly verify the permissions when managing/updating a bot allowing a User Manager role with user edit permissions to manage/update bots.
Credit: responsibledisclosure@mattermost.com responsibledisclosure@mattermost.com responsibledisclosure@mattermost.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost-server/v6 | <7.8.10 | 7.8.10 |
| go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost/server/v8 | >=8.0.0<8.0.2 | 8.0.2 |
| go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost/server/v8 | =8.1.0 | 8.1.1 |
| Mattermost Mattermost | >=7.0.0<7.8.10 | |
| Mattermost Mattermost | >=8.0.0<8.1.1 |
Remedy
Update Mattermost Server to versions 7.8.10, 8.1.1 or higher.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5159?
CVE-2023-5159 is a vulnerability in Mattermost that allows a User Manager role with user edit permissions to manage/update bots without proper permission verification.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-5159?
The severity of CVE-2023-5159 is low, with a severity value of 3.8.
How does CVE-2023-5159 affect Mattermost?
CVE-2023-5159 affects Mattermost by allowing users with the User Manager role and user edit permissions to manage/update bots without proper permission verification.
How can I fix CVE-2023-5159 in Mattermost version 7.8.10?
To fix CVE-2023-5159 in Mattermost version 7.8.10, you should update to version 8.0.2 or a later version.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5159?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-5159 on the NIST National Vulnerability Database (NVD) website and the Mattermost security updates page.
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