CVE-2024-6530: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in GitLab
First published: Thu Oct 10 2024(Updated: )
A cross-site scripting issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting all versions starting from 17.1 prior 17.2.9, starting from 17.3 prior to 17.3.5, and starting from 17.4 prior to 17.4.2. When adding a authorizing an application, it can be made to render as HTML under specific circumstances.
Credit: cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab | >=17.1.0<17.2.9 | |
| GitLab | >=17.1.0<17.2.9 | |
| GitLab | >=17.3.0<17.3.5 | |
| GitLab | >=17.3.0<17.3.5 | |
| GitLab | >=17.4.0<17.4.2 | |
| GitLab | >=17.4.0<17.4.2 |
Remedy
Upgrade to versions 17.4.2, 17.3.5, 17.2.9 or above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6530?
CVE-2024-6530 has been classified with a severity rating that warrants immediate attention due to its potential impact on user security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6530?
To fix CVE-2024-6530, update your GitLab instance to version 17.2.9 or later, 17.3.5 or later, or 17.4.2 or later.
Which versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2024-6530?
CVE-2024-6530 affects all versions starting from 17.1 up to but not including 17.2.9, starting from 17.3 up to but not including 17.3.5, and starting from 17.4 up to but not including 17.4.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6530?
CVE-2024-6530 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary HTML and JavaScript in a user's browser.
Can I exploit CVE-2024-6530 on my GitLab server?
Yes, if you are running an affected version of GitLab, CVE-2024-6530 can potentially be exploited by an attacker to manipulate the content rendered in user sessions.
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