CVE-2024-8754: External Control of Critical State Data in GitLab
First published: Thu Sep 12 2024(Updated: )
An issue has been discovered in GitLab EE/CE affecting all versions from 16.9.7 prior to 17.1.7, 17.2 prior to 17.2.5, and 17.3 prior to 17.3.2. An improper input validation error allows attacker to squat on accounts via linking arbitrary unclaimed provider identities when JWT authentication is configured.
Credit: cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab | >=16.9.7<17.1.7 | |
| GitLab | >=16.9.7<17.1.7 | |
| GitLab | >=17.2.0<17.2.5 | |
| GitLab | >=17.2.0<17.2.5 | |
| GitLab | >=17.3.0<17.3.2 | |
| GitLab | >=17.3.0<17.3.2 |
Remedy
Upgrade to versions 17.3.2, 17.2.5, 17.1.7 or above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8754?
CVE-2024-8754 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized account access.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8754?
To fix CVE-2024-8754, upgrade GitLab to version 17.1.7 or later, 17.2.5 or later, or 17.3.2 or later.
What types of GitLab products are affected by CVE-2024-8754?
CVE-2024-8754 affects both GitLab Community Edition and GitLab Enterprise Edition across multiple affected versions.
What does CVE-2024-8754 exploit?
CVE-2024-8754 exploits an improper input validation issue that allows attackers to link arbitrary unclaimed provider identities.
When was CVE-2024-8754 discovered?
CVE-2024-8754 was discovered affecting all versions of GitLab from 16.9.7 prior to 17.1.7, along with specific 17.2 and 17.3 series versions.
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