CVE-2024-5469: Uncontrolled Resource Consumption in GitLab
First published: Fri Jun 14 2024(Updated: )
DoS in KAS in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions from 16.10.0 prior to 16.10.6 and 16.11.0 prior to 16.11.3 allows an attacker to crash KAS via crafted gRPC requests.
Credit: cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab | >=16.10.0<16.10.6 | |
| GitLab | >=16.11.0<16.11.3 |
Remedy
Upgrade to versions 16.10.6, 16.11.3 or above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5469?
CVE-2024-5469 is a denial-of-service vulnerability that can allow an attacker to crash the Kubernetes Agent Server (KAS) in GitLab.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5469?
To fix CVE-2024-5469, upgrade GitLab to version 16.10.6 or later, or 16.11.3 or later.
Which versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2024-5469?
CVE-2024-5469 affects all GitLab versions from 16.10.0 prior to 16.10.6 and 16.11.0 prior to 16.11.3.
What type of attack does CVE-2024-5469 involve?
CVE-2024-5469 involves a denial-of-service attack through crafted gRPC requests.
Can CVE-2024-5469 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-5469 can be exploited remotely by sending specifically crafted gRPC requests to the affected GitLab servers.
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