CVE-2023-6802

Sensitive Information in Log File in GitHub Enterprise Server

Description

An insertion of sensitive information into the log file in the audit log in GitHub Enterprise Server was identified that could allow an attacker to gain access to the management console. To exploit this, an attacker would need access to the log files for the GitHub Enterprise Server appliance, a backup archive created with GitHub Enterprise Server Backup Utilities, or a service which received streamed logs. This vulnerability affected all versions of GitHub Enterprise Server since 3.8 and was fixed in version 3.8.12, 3.9.7, 3.10.4, and 3.11.1. 

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: GitHub Enterprise Server
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6802?
CVE-2023-6802 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6802?
To fix CVE-2023-6802, 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-2023-6802 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6802 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-2023-6802?
CVE-2023-6802 affects GitHub Enterprise Server.
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