CVE-2025-3396: Incorrect Authorization in GitLab
An issue has been discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions from 13.3 before 17.11.6, 18.0 before 18.0.4, and 18.1 before 18.1.2 that could have allowed authenticated project owners to bypass group-level forking restrictions by manipulating API requests.
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GitLab has remediated an issue that could have allowed authenticated project owners to bypass group-level forking restrictions by manipulating API requests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-3396?
CVE-2025-3396 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-3396?
To fix CVE-2025-3396, upgrade GitLab EE to version 17.11.6 or later, or 18.0.4 or later, or 18.1.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-3396?
CVE-2025-3396 affects all GitLab EE versions from 13.3 before 17.11.6, 18.0 before 18.0.4, and 18.1 before 18.1.2.
What are the implications of CVE-2025-3396?
CVE-2025-3396 allows authenticated project owners to bypass group-level forking restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized access to project resources.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-3396?
No formal workaround is available for CVE-2025-3396; upgrading to the fixed versions is the recommended solution.