CVE-2024-42497: Insufficient permissions checks on teams
Mattermost versions 9.9.x <= 9.9.1, 9.5.x <= 9.5.7, 9.10.x <= 9.10.0, 9.8.x <= 9.8.2 fail to properly enforce permissions which allows a user with systems manager role with read-only access to teams to perform write operations on teams.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-42497?
CVE-2024-42497 has a medium severity due to improper permissions enforcement allowing write operations by read-only users.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42497?
To fix CVE-2024-42497, upgrade Mattermost to at least version 9.5.8, 9.8.3, 9.9.2, or 9.10.1.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-42497?
CVE-2024-42497 affects Mattermost versions 9.9.x up to 9.9.1, 9.5.x up to 9.5.7, 9.10.x up to 9.10.0, and 9.8.x up to 9.8.2.
What functionality is compromised by CVE-2024-42497?
CVE-2024-42497 allows a user with a system manager role and read-only access to unexpectedly perform write operations on teams.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-42497?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2024-42497; upgrading to a patched version is the recommended response.