CVE-2020-12275
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.00%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12275 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. GitLab 12.6 through 12.9 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation that allows an external user to create a personal snippet through the API.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
GitLab 12.6 through 12.9 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation that allows an external user to create a personal snippet through the API.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 12.6.0, < 12.7.8 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 12.8.0, < 12.8.8 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 12.9.0, < 12.9.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12275?
GitLab 12.6 through 12.9 is vulnerable to a privilege escalation that allows an external user to create a personal snippet through the API.
How severe is CVE-2020-12275?
CVE-2020-12275 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12275?
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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