CVE-2022-36800 : What You Need to Know

This article discusses the Information Disclosure vulnerability in Atlassian Jira Service Management Server and Data Center, allowing unauthorized users to view groups without the 'Browse Users' permission.

Understanding CVE-2022-36800

This CVE-2022-36800 affects Atlassian Jira Service Management Server and Data Center versions before 4.22.2, enabling remote attackers to exploit an Information Disclosure vulnerability.

What is CVE-2022-36800?

CVE-2022-36800 is an Information Disclosure vulnerability that permits unauthorized remote attackers to view groups without the necessary permissions in Atlassian Jira Service Management Server and Data Center.

The Impact of CVE-2022-36800

The vulnerability in affected versions of Jira Service Management Server and Data Center could lead to unauthorized access and exposure of sensitive group information, posing a risk to data confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-36800

This section provides insight into the vulnerability description, affected systems and versions, as well as the exploitation mechanism.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Atlassian Jira Service Management Server and Data Center versions prior to 4.22.2 allows remote attackers lacking the 'Browse Users' permission to view groups via the browsegroups.action endpoint, leading to information disclosure.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Jira Service Management Server
Vendor: Atlassian
Versions Affected: Before 4.22.2
Version Type: Custom
Product: Jira Service Management Data Center
Vendor: Atlassian
Versions Affected: Before 4.22.2
Version Type: Custom

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending specific unauthorized requests to the browsegroups.action endpoint, bypassing user permission restrictions and gaining access to group information.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2022-36800, immediate steps, long-term security practices, and the importance of applying patches and updates are outlined below.

Immediate Steps to Take

Organizations should consider reviewing user permissions, limiting access to sensitive information, and monitoring for any unauthorized activity that may exploit this vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implementing least privilege access, regular security assessments, and employee training on data handling practices can enhance overall security posture.

Patching and Updates

Atlassian has released version 4.22.2 to address the Information Disclosure vulnerability in Jira Service Management Server and Data Center. It is crucial for users to apply the necessary patches and updates to secure their systems.