CVE-2021-39897
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.89%
Last modified
CVE-2021-39897 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper access control in GitLab CE/EE version 10.5 and above allowed subgroup members with inherited access to a project from a parent group to still have access even after the subgroup is transferred. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper access control in GitLab CE/EE version 10.5 and above allowed subgroup members with inherited access to a project from a parent group to still have access even after the subgroup is transferred
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 12.9.0, < 12.9.8 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 12.10.0, < 12.10.7 |
| Gitlab | Gitlab | 13.0.0 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/1330806Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/1330806Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-39897?
Improper access control in GitLab CE/EE version 10.5 and above allowed subgroup members with inherited access to a project from a parent group to still have access even after the subgroup is transferred
How severe is CVE-2021-39897?
CVE-2021-39897 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-39897?
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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