Mattermost WebSocket Multi-Factor Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in Mattermost versions prior to 11, where the application fails to properly enforce multi-factor authentication on WebSocket connections. This oversight allows unauthenticated users to access sensitive information through WebSocket events.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information via WebSocket events.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to Mattermost version 11.1.011.0.310.12.210.11.510.5.13 to address this vulnerability.

Added: Nov 14, 2025, 9:11 AM
Updated: Nov 14, 2025, 9:11 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
3.1
impact
2.5
exploitability
7.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
1.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
5.8

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