Vulnerability Description
GitLab has remediated an issue in GitLab EE affecting all versions from 18.11 before 19.1.8, 19.2 before 19.2.6, and 19.3 before 19.3.2 that under certain conditions could have allowed an authenticated user with the Security Manager role to execute arbitrary CI/CD jobs and access protected variables within group projects due to improper authorization controls on compliance framework management.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://docs.gitlab.com/releases/patches/patch-release-gitlab-19-3-2-released/
- https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab/-/work_items/606750
- https://hackerone.com/reports/3785754
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-16794?
CVE-2026-16794 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). GitLab has remediated an issue in GitLab EE affecting all versions from 18.11 before 19.1.8, 19.2 before 19.2.6, and 19.3 before 19.3.2 that under certain conditions could have allowed an authenticate...
How severe is CVE-2026-16794?
CVE-2026-16794 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16794?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.