CVE-2024-39274: Malicious remote can add users to arbitrary teams and channels

Published Aug 1, 2024
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Updated

Mattermost versions 9.9.x <= 9.9.0, 9.5.x <= 9.5.6, 9.7.x <= 9.7.5 and 9.8.x <= 9.8.1 fail to properly validate that the channel that comes from the sync message is a shared channel, when shared channels are enabled, which allows a malicious remote to add users to arbitrary teams and channels

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost/server/v8=9.9.0
9.9.1
go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost/server/v8>=9.8.0<9.8.2
9.8.2
go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost/server/v8>=9.7.0<9.7.6
9.7.6
go/github.com/mattermost/mattermost/server/v8>=9.5.0<9.5.7
9.5.7
Mattermost Mattermost>=9.5.0<9.5.7
Mattermost Mattermost>=9.7.0<9.7.6
Mattermost Mattermost>=9.8.0<9.8.2
Mattermost Mattermost=9.9.0

Remediation

Information

Update Mattermost to versions 9.10.0, 9.9.1, 9.5.7, 9.7.6, 9.8.2 or higher.

Event History

Aug 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:05 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via GitHub·03:32 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-39274?

CVE-2024-39274 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote attackers to manipulate user access to arbitrary teams.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-39274?

To fix CVE-2024-39274, upgrade to Mattermost version 9.9.1, 9.8.2, 9.7.6, or 9.5.7 depending on your current version.

3

What versions of Mattermost are affected by CVE-2024-39274?

Mattermost versions 9.9.0, 9.5.6, 9.7.5, and 9.8.1 are affected by CVE-2024-39274.

4

Can CVE-2024-39274 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2024-39274 can allow a malicious remote user to add users to unauthorized teams, leading to potential data exposure.

5

What should I do if I cannot update to a fixed version for CVE-2024-39274?

If you cannot update to a fixed version for CVE-2024-39274, consider implementing additional security measures, such as restricting access to the application.

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