CVE-2021-22240

Description

Improper access control in GitLab EE versions 13.11.6, 13.12.6, and 14.0.2 allows users to be created via single sign on despite user cap being enabled

Category

4.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.15%
Vendor Advisory gitlab.com
Affected: GitLab GitLab EE
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab/-/issues/327641 broken link
https://hackerone.com/reports/1166566 third party advisory permissions required
https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/cves/-/blob/master/2021/CVE-2021-22240.json vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-22240?
To fix CVE-2021-22240, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-22240 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-22240 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-22240?
CVE-2021-22240 affects GitLab GitLab EE.
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