CVE-2023-38700
matrix-appservice-irc events can be crafted to leak parts of targeted messages from other bridged rooms
Description
matrix-appservice-irc is a Node.js IRC bridge for Matrix. Prior to version 1.0.1, it was possible to craft an event such that it would leak part of a targeted message event from another bridged room. This required knowing an event ID to target. Version 1.0.1n fixes this issue. As a workaround, set the `matrixHandler.eventCacheSize` config value to `0`. This workaround may impact performance.
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CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:NAttack VectorNetwork
AC:HAttack ComplexityHigh
PR:LPrivileges RequiredLow
UI:NUser InteractionNone
Scope
S:CScopeChanged
Impact
C:LConfidentialityLow
I:NIntegrityNone
A:NAvailabilityNone
Weaknesses
Affected Products
matrix
oss-project·GBaka synapse, matrix irc bridge, javascript sdk
matrix-org
oss-project·DEaka synapse, matrix appservice irc, matrix-js-sdk
npm
package-ecosystem
Exploitability
Official Patch Available
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References
https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-appservice-irc/commit/8bbd2b69a16cbcbeffdd9b5c973fd89d61498d75
github.com
https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-appservice-irc/releases/tag/1.0.1
github.com
https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-appservice-irc/security/advisories/GHSA-c7hh-3v6c-fj4q
github.com
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