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LOW · 3.1

CVE-2022-3257

Mattermost version 7.1.x and earlier fails to sufficiently process a specifically crafted GIF file when it is uploaded while drafting a post, which allows authenticated users to cause resource exhaust...

Vulnerability Description

Mattermost version 7.1.x and earlier fails to sufficiently process a specifically crafted GIF file when it is uploaded while drafting a post, which allows authenticated users to cause resource exhaustion while processing the file, resulting in server-side Denial of Service.

CVSS Score

3.1

LOW

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
LOW

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MattermostMattermost Server< 7.2.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-434CWE-400

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-3257?

CVE-2022-3257 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.1 (LOW). Mattermost version 7.1.x and earlier fails to sufficiently process a specifically crafted GIF file when it is uploaded while drafting a post, which allows authenticated users to cause resource exhaust...

How severe is CVE-2022-3257?

CVE-2022-3257 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-3257?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mattermost Mattermost Server.