GitLab - Authentication Bypass (CVE-2023-7028)
2Exploiting IPs reported
An issue has been discovered in GitLab CE/EE affecting all versions from 16.1 prior to 16.1.6, 16.2 prior to 16.2.9, 16.3 prior to 16.3.7, 16.4 prior to 16.4.5, 16.5 prior to 16.5.6, 16.6 prior to 16.6.4, and 16.7 prior to 16.7.2 in which user account password reset emails could be delivered to an unverified email address.
CrowdSec analysis
CVE-2023-7028 is a critical vulnerability in GitLab that allows password reset emails to be sent to unverified email addresses, potentially enabling account takeover by unauthorized attackers.
CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 15th of December 2023.
CrowdSec network data shows that most actors exploiting CVE-2023-7028 rely on broad, untargeted scans with minimal filtering. The activity is largely automated and opportunistic in nature. CrowdSec data also reveals a clear uptick in attacks involving CVE-2023-7028 over the past week. Activity is above the usual baseline, suggesting growing attention from attackers. This may reflect rising awareness, recent exploit releases, or expanded targeting efforts.
Exploitation attempts typically involve requests related to the password reset functionality of GitLab instances.
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