CVE-2024-5430: Improper Access Control in GitLab
First published: Wed Jun 26 2024(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions starting from 16.10 prior to 16.11.5, starting from 17.0 prior to 17.0.3, and starting from 17.1 prior to 17.1.1, which allows a project maintainer can delete the merge request approval policy via graphQL.
Credit: cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab | >=16.10.0<16.11.5 | |
| GitLab | >=16.10.0<16.11.5 | |
| GitLab | >=17.0.0<17.0.3 | |
| GitLab | >=17.0.0<17.0.3 | |
| GitLab | =17.1.0 | |
| GitLab | =17.1.0 |
Remedy
Upgrade to versions 17.1.1, 17.0.3, 16.11.5 or above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5430?
CVE-2024-5430 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that allows project maintainers to delete merge request approval policies via graphQL.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5430?
To fix CVE-2024-5430, upgrade GitLab CE/EE to version 16.11.5, 17.0.3, or 17.1.1 or later.
Which versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2024-5430?
CVE-2024-5430 affects GitLab CE/EE versions from 16.10 to 16.11.4, 17.0 to 17.0.2, and 17.1.0.
Can project maintainers exploit CVE-2024-5430?
Yes, project maintainers can exploit CVE-2024-5430 to delete merge request approval policies without proper authorization.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-5430?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2024-5430; the recommended action is to update to the patched versions immediately.
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