CVE-2023-46646 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Discover the impact and technical details of CVE-2023-46646, an improper access control vulnerability in GitHub Enterprise Server affecting versions 3.7.0 and above. Learn about mitigation strategies.
A detailed overview of CVE-2023-46646 including its impact, technical details, and mitigation strategies.
Understanding CVE-2023-46646
This section delves into the specifics of the CVE-2023-46646 vulnerability.
What is CVE-2023-46646?
The vulnerability involves improper access control in all versions of GitHub Enterprise Server. It allows unauthorized users to view private repository names through the 'Get a check run' API endpoint without accessing any repository content other than the name.
The Impact of CVE-2023-46646
The vulnerability affects GitHub Enterprise Server versions 3.7.0 and above. It was resolved in versions 3.7.19, 3.8.12, 3.9.7, 3.10.4, and 3.11.0.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-46646
Explore the technical aspects of the CVE-2023-46646 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to view private repository names through the 'Get a check run' API endpoint.
Affected Systems and Versions
GitHub Enterprise Server versions 3.7.0 and above are affected. Versions 3.7.19, 3.8.12, 3.9.7, 3.10.4, and 3.11.0 have been fixed.
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users exploit the vulnerability to access private repository names.
Mitigation and Prevention
Learn how to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2023-46646 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
Ensure the affected GitHub Enterprise Server versions are updated to the patched versions.
Long-Term Security Practices
Enforce strict access controls and regular security audits to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Regularly update GitHub Enterprise Server to the latest versions provided by GitHub to stay protected.