CVE-2021-22231
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 1.00%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22231 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A denial of service in user's profile page is found starting with GitLab CE/EE 8.0 that allows attacker to reject access to their profile page via using a specially crafted username.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A denial of service in user's profile page is found starting with GitLab CE/EE 8.0 that allows attacker to reject access to their profile page via using a specially crafted username.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 8.0.0, < 13.11.6 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 13.12.0, < 13.12.6 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 14.0.0, < 14.0.2 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/475098Permissions Required
- https://hackerone.com/reports/475098Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22231?
A denial of service in user's profile page is found starting with GitLab CE/EE 8.0 that allows attacker to reject access to their profile page via using a specially crafted username.
How severe is CVE-2021-22231?
CVE-2021-22231 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22231?
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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