CVE-2024-8770: XSS

Published Sep 23, 2024
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Updated

A Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability was identified in the repository transfer feature of GitHub Enterprise Server, which allows attackers to steal sensitive user information via social engineering. This vulnerability affected all versions of GitHub Enterprise Server and was fixed in version 3.10.17, 3.11.15, 3.12.9, 3.13.4, and 3.14.1. This vulnerability was reported via the GitHub Bug Bounty program.

Affected Software

5 affected components
github Enterprise Server>=3.10.0<3.10.17
github Enterprise Server>=3.11.0<3.11.15
github Enterprise Server>=3.12.0<3.12.9
github Enterprise Server>=3.13.0<3.13.4
github Enterprise Server=3.14.0

Event History

Sep 23, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:09 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8770?

CVE-2024-8770 has been categorized as a significant Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting GitHub Enterprise Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8770?

To fix CVE-2024-8770, upgrade to GitHub Enterprise Server version 3.14.1 or later.

3

Which versions of GitHub Enterprise Server are affected by CVE-2024-8770?

CVE-2024-8770 affects all versions of GitHub Enterprise Server prior to version 3.14.1.

4

What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-8770?

CVE-2024-8770 can be exploited through social engineering techniques to steal sensitive user information.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-8770?

Yes, a patch is included in GitHub Enterprise Server version 3.14.1 and subsequent releases.

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