High · published December 19, 2025
⚠️ A group manager can pull off a magic trick here — bypassing intended restrictions in Galette! It’s like handing a VIP ticket to a concert, then letting someone sneak backstage. 🎟️ Think of it as a restaurant where the head chef gives a sous-chef the keys to the pantry, but the sous-chef then allows an unauthorized cook to access the kitchen. This flaw means that group managers could change settings or access information they shouldn’t. While this vulnerability isn't a doomsday scenario, it could allow an insider to make unauthorized changes or access sensitive information within a non-profit organization. This reality can lead to trust issues and potential mismanagement if exploited.
Think of it as a restaurant where the head chef gives a sous-chef the keys to the pantry, but the sous-chef then allows an unauthorized cook to access the kitchen. This flaw means that group managers could change settings or access information they shouldn’t. This vulnerability in Galette allows attackers with a group manager role to bypass role-based access controls, effectively granting them unauthorized privileges. It affects versions 0.9.6 to 1.1.9, requiring a compromised or malicious account to exploit.
While this vulnerability isn't a doomsday scenario, it could allow an insider to make unauthorized changes or access sensitive information within a non-profit organization. This reality can lead to trust issues and potential mismanagement if exploited. Update to Galette version 1.2.0 immediately to close this gap. Additionally, regularly audit group manager accounts to ensure that no unauthorized access has been granted in the past. You've got this! Patch up and keep your community safe! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| galette/galette | < 1.2.0 | 1.2.0 |