CVE-2022-2228 : Security Advisory and Response

A detailed overview of CVE-2022-2228 affecting GitLab and the potential risks associated with this vulnerability.

Understanding CVE-2022-2228

This section delves into the specifics of the CVE-2022-2228 vulnerability in GitLab.

What is CVE-2022-2228?

The vulnerability involves information exposure in GitLab EE, impacting versions ranging from 12.0 to 14.10.5, 15.0 to 15.0.4, and 15.1 to 15.1.1. Attackers with appropriate access tokens can access CI variables in a group with IP-based access restrictions, even if the GitLab Runner operates from outside the approved IP range.

The Impact of CVE-2022-2228

With a CVSS base score of 5.3 (Medium Severity), this vulnerability poses a high confidentiality impact. The attack complexity is high, requiring user interaction, but has no impact on availability or integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-2228

Explore the technical aspects of CVE-2022-2228 to understand the nature of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to obtain CI variables in a group with IP-based access restrictions, regardless of the GitLab Runner's location within the allowed IP range.

Affected Systems and Versions

GitLab versions from 12.0 to 14.10.5, 15.0 to 15.0.4, and 15.1 to 15.1.1 are impacted by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with the necessary access tokens can exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive information in GitLab EE.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2022-2228 and prevent potential security breaches.

Immediate Steps to Take

Users should update their GitLab instances to versions that contain patches addressing CVE-2022-2228. Review and restrict access tokens to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement regular security audits and monitoring to detect unusual activities that could indicate an exploitation attempt.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates released by GitLab and promptly apply patches to protect your systems from known vulnerabilities.