Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions starting from 16.4 prior to 17.5.5, starting from 17.6 prior to 17.6.3, and starting from 17.7 prior to 17.7.1. When a user is created via the SAML provider, the external groups setting overrides the external provider configuration. As a result, the user may not be marked as external thereby giving those users access to internal projects or groups.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitlab | Gitlab | >= 16.4.0, < 17.5.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://about.gitlab.com/releases/2025/01/08/patch-release-gitlab-17-7-1-releaseRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab/-/issues/479165ExploitIssue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-13041?
CVE-2024-13041 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.2 (MEDIUM). An issue was discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions starting from 16.4 prior to 17.5.5, starting from 17.6 prior to 17.6.3, and starting from 17.7 prior to 17.7.1. When a user is created vi...
How severe is CVE-2024-13041?
CVE-2024-13041 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-13041?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gitlab Gitlab.