CVE-2024-8402

CVE-2024-8402 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gitlab with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-77.

Key facts

Description

An issue was discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions starting from 17.2 before 17.7.7, all versions starting from 17.8 before 17.8.5, all versions starting from 17.9 before 17.9.2. An input validation issue in the Google Cloud IAM integration feature could have enabled a Maintainer to introduce malicious code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-8402?
An issue was discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions starting from 17.2 before 17.7.7, all versions starting from 17.8 before 17.8.5, all versions starting from 17.9 before 17.9.2. An input validation issue in the Google Cloud IAM integration feature could have enabled a Maintainer to introduce malicious code.
How severe is CVE-2024-8402?
CVE-2024-8402 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.7, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-8402 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-8402?
CVE-2024-8402 affects Gitlab. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8402?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-8402 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-8402 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-54055.
When was CVE-2024-8402 published?
CVE-2024-8402 was published on 2025-03-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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