Vulnerability Description
The Auth0 integration in GitLab before 10.3.9, 10.4.x before 10.4.6, and 10.5.x before 10.5.6 has an incorrect omniauth-auth0 configuration, leading to signing in unintended users.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | <= 10.3.8 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://about.gitlab.com/2018/03/20/critical-security-release-gitlab-10-dot-5-doVendor Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4206Third Party Advisory
- https://about.gitlab.com/2018/03/20/critical-security-release-gitlab-10-dot-5-doVendor Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4206Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8971?
CVE-2018-8971 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Auth0 integration in GitLab before 10.3.9, 10.4.x before 10.4.6, and 10.5.x before 10.5.6 has an incorrect omniauth-auth0 configuration, leading to signing in unintended users.
How severe is CVE-2018-8971?
CVE-2018-8971 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-8971?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gitlab Gitlab, Debian Debian Linux.