CVE-2021-22167
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.57%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22167 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting all versions starting from 12.1. Incorrect headers in specific project page allows attacker to have a temporary read access to the private repository. EPSS estimates a 1.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting all versions starting from 12.1. Incorrect headers in specific project page allows attacker to have a temporary read access to the private repository
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 12.1.0, < 13.5.6 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.6.0, < 13.6.4 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.7.0, < 13.7.2 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/1043480Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/1043480Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22167?
An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting all versions starting from 12.1. Incorrect headers in specific project page allows attacker to have a temporary read access to the private repository
How severe is CVE-2021-22167?
CVE-2021-22167 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22167?
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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