Vulnerability identifier: #VU82640

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-4700

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
GitLab Enterprise Edition
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: GitLab, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization. A remote user can run jobs in protected environments and bypass any required approvals.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GitLab Enterprise Edition: 14.7.0 - 16.5.0

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External links
http://about.gitlab.com/releases/2023/10/31/security-release-gitlab-16-5-1-16-4-2-16-3-6-released/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.