CVE-2021-22196
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.94%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22196 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue has been discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions starting from 13.4. It was possible to exploit a stored cross-site-scripting in merge request via a specifically crafted branch name.. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue has been discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions starting from 13.4. It was possible to exploit a stored cross-site-scripting in merge request via a specifically crafted branch name.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.4.0, < 13.8.7 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.9.0, < 13.9.5 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.10.0, < 13.10.1 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/977697Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/977697Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22196?
An issue has been discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions starting from 13.4. It was possible to exploit a stored cross-site-scripting in merge request via a specifically crafted branch name.
How severe is CVE-2021-22196?
CVE-2021-22196 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22196?
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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