CVE-2026-18244: Missing Authorization in GitLab

Published Aug 12, 2026
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Updated

GitLab has remediated an issue in GitLab EE affecting all versions from 17.7 before 19.0.6, 19.1 before 19.1.4, and 19.2 before 19.2.2 that under certain conditions could have allowed an authenticated user to view restricted configuration settings due to improper authorization checks on a group settings page.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GitLab GitLab EE>=17.7<19.0.6, >=19.1<19.1.4, >=19.2<19.2.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 19.0.6
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 19.1.4
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 19.2.2

Event History

Aug 12, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:05 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-18244?

The severity of CVE-2026-18244 is medium, with a CVSS score of 4.3.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-18244?

To fix CVE-2026-18244, upgrade GitLab EE to version 19.0.6 or later, 19.1.4 or later, or 19.2.2 or later.

3

What versions of GitLab are affected by CVE-2026-18244?

CVE-2026-18244 affects GitLab EE versions prior to 19.0.6, 19.1 prior to 19.1.4, and 19.2 prior to 19.2.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-18244?

CVE-2026-18244 is classified as a missing authorization vulnerability.

5

What can attackers potentially access due to CVE-2026-18244?

Attackers could potentially access restricted configuration settings that should be protected due to improper authorization checks.

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