CVE-2021-22208
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22208 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting versions starting with 13.5 up to 13.9.7. Improper permission check could allow the change of timestamp for issue creation or update.. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting versions starting with 13.5 up to 13.9.7. Improper permission check could allow the change of timestamp for issue creation or update.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.5.0, < 13.9.7 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22208?
An issue has been discovered in GitLab affecting versions starting with 13.5 up to 13.9.7. Improper permission check could allow the change of timestamp for issue creation or update.
How severe is CVE-2021-22208?
CVE-2021-22208 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22208?
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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