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CVE-2023-6727

3.1 · LOW

Mattermost fails to perform correct authorization checks when creating a playbook action, allowing users without access to the playbook to create playbook actions.

Published Dec 12, 2023CWE-200EPSS 0.41%

Overview

CVE-2023-6727 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 12, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.1 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.1, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Mattermost fails to perform correct authorization checks when creating a playbook action, allowing users without access to the playbook to create playbook actions. If the playbook action created is to post a message in a channel based on specific keywords in a post, some playbook information, like the name, can be leaked. 

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-6727?

CVE-2023-6727 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 12, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.1 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2023-6727?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.1, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-6727?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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