CVE-2019-12825 : What You Need to Know

GitLab Enterprise 12.0.0-pre version experienced unauthorized access to the Container Registry, allowing authenticated remote attackers to view Docker registries of other groups.

Understanding CVE-2019-12825

What is CVE-2019-12825?

Unauthorized access to the Container Registry of other groups in GitLab Enterprise 12.0.0-pre, enabling authenticated remote attackers to read Docker registries of different groups.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12825

The vulnerability allows unauthorized individuals to access Docker registries of various groups, compromising the security and privacy of the data stored within.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12825

Vulnerability Description

The issue occurs when a valid user modifies the group's path, leaving Docker registries in the old namespace unprotected and accessible to all users without prior repository access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: GitLab Enterprise 12.0.0-pre
Vendor: GitLab
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Authenticated remote attackers can exploit the vulnerability by manipulating the group's path, gaining unauthorized access to Docker registries of other groups.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update GitLab Enterprise to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to the Container Registry to authorized users only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update access controls to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Conduct security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities proactively.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by GitLab promptly to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to the Container Registry.