CVE-2024-4612: URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect') in GitLab

Published Sep 11, 2024
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Updated

An issue has been discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions starting from 12.9 before 17.1.7, 17.2 before 17.2.5, and 17.3 before 17.3.2. Under certain conditions an open redirect vulnerability could allow for an account takeover by breaking the OAuth flow.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
GitLab GitLab>=12.9.0<17.1.7
GitLab GitLab>=17.2.0<17.2.5
GitLab GitLab>=17.3.0<17.3.2
GitLab GitLab EE>=12.9<17.1.7, >=17.2<17.2.5, >=17.3<17.3.2
17.1.717.2.517.3.2

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to versions 17.3.2, 17.2.5, 17.1.7 or above.

Event History

Sep 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:57 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 22, 2026
Data Sourced
via GitLab·08:52 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4612?

CVE-2024-4612 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for account takeover.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-4612?

To fix CVE-2024-4612, upgrade GitLab to version 17.1.7 or later, or to version 17.2.5 or later, or to version 17.3.2 or later.

3

Which versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2024-4612?

CVE-2024-4612 affects GitLab EE versions from 12.9 to 17.1.6, from 17.2.0 to 17.2.4, and from 17.3.0 to 17.3.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-4612?

CVE-2024-4612 is classified as an open redirect vulnerability that can compromise the OAuth flow leading to account takeover.

5

Who can be affected by CVE-2024-4612?

Users of GitLab EE who are using the affected versions are at risk of exploitation through CVE-2024-4612.

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