CVE-2024-8635

Summary

CVE-2024-8635 is a server-side request forgery vulnerability affecting GitLab EE versions from 16.8 prior to 17.1.7, from 17.2 prior to 17.2.5, and from 17.3 prior to 17.3.2. This flaw allows attackers to send requests to internal resources by utilizing a custom Maven Dependency Proxy URL, potentially compromising the confidentiality of sensitive data within an organization. The vulnerability has a medium severity rating with a CVSS score of 6.5 and requires low privileges for exploitation, posing a significant risk without user interaction. Organizations are advised to upgrade to the latest versions of GitLab EE to remediate this issue effectively. Failure to address this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches within affected systems.

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