CVE-2020-10079
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.86%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10079 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. GitLab 7.10 through 12.8.1 has Incorrect Access Control. Under certain conditions where users should have been required to configure two-factor authentication, it was not being required.. EPSS estimates a 0.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
GitLab 7.10 through 12.8.1 has Incorrect Access Control. Under certain conditions where users should have been required to configure two-factor authentication, it was not being required.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 7.10.0, <= 12.8.1 |
References
- https://about.gitlab.com/releases/2020/03/04/gitlab-12-dot-8-dot-2-released/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://about.gitlab.com/releases/2020/03/04/gitlab-12-dot-8-dot-2-released/index.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://about.gitlab.com/releases/2020/03/04/gitlab-12-dot-8-dot-2-released/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://about.gitlab.com/releases/2020/03/04/gitlab-12-dot-8-dot-2-released/index.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10079?
GitLab 7.10 through 12.8.1 has Incorrect Access Control. Under certain conditions where users should have been required to configure two-factor authentication, it was not being required.
How severe is CVE-2020-10079?
CVE-2020-10079 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10079?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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