CVE-2024-4198
LOWCVSS 2.7/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2024-4198 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Mattermost versions 9.6.0, 9.5.x before 9.5.3, and 8.1.x before 8.1.12 fail to fully validate role changes which allows an attacker authenticated as team admin to demote users to guest via crafted HTTP requests. . EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mattermost versions 9.6.0, 9.5.x before 9.5.3, and 8.1.x before 8.1.12 fail to fully validate role changes which allows an attacker authenticated as team admin to demote users to guest via crafted HTTP requests.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | >= 8.1.0, < 8.1.12 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | >= 9.5.0, < 9.5.3 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | 9.6.0 |
References
- https://mattermost.com/security-updatesVendor Advisory
- https://mattermost.com/security-updatesVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-4198?
Mattermost versions 9.6.0, 9.5.x before 9.5.3, and 8.1.x before 8.1.12 fail to fully validate role changes which allows an attacker authenticated as team admin to demote users to guest via crafted HTTP requests.
How severe is CVE-2024-4198?
CVE-2024-4198 has a CVSS score of 2.7/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4198?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-4198?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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