CVE-2022-2366

Incorrect defaults can cause attackers to bypass rate limitations

Description

Incorrect default configuration for trusted IP header in Mattermost version 6.7.0 and earlier allows attacker to bypass some of the rate limitations in place or use manipulated IPs for audit logging via manipulating the request headers.

Category

5.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory mattermost.com
Affected: Mattermost Mattermost
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://mattermost.com/security-updates/ vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2366?
CVE-2022-2366 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2366?
To fix CVE-2022-2366, 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-2022-2366 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-2366 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-2022-2366?
CVE-2022-2366 affects Mattermost Mattermost.
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