CVE-2024-0456: Non-Member can update MR Assignees of owned MRs
An authorization vulnerability exists in GitLab versions 14.0 prior to 16.6.6, 16.7 prior to 16.7.4, and 16.8 prior to 16.8.1. An unauthorized attacker is able to assign arbitrary users to MRs that they created within the project
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 16.6.6Fixed in 16.7.4Fixed in 16.8.1 - Upgrade
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GitLabto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 16.8.1 - Upgrade
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GitLabto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 16.7.4 - Upgrade
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GitLabto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 16.6.6
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-0456?
CVE-2024-0456 is classified as a critical authorization vulnerability affecting specific versions of GitLab.
How do I fix CVE-2024-0456?
To mitigate CVE-2024-0456, upgrade GitLab to versions 16.6.6, 16.7.4, or 16.8.1 or later.
Which GitLab versions are affected by CVE-2024-0456?
CVE-2024-0456 affects GitLab versions from 14.0.0 to 16.6.6, 16.7.0 to 16.7.4, and the exact version 16.8.0.
Can unauthorized users exploit CVE-2024-0456?
Yes, unauthorized users can exploit CVE-2024-0456 to assign arbitrary users to merge requests they've created.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-0456?
CVE-2024-0456 is an authorization vulnerability in GitLab.