CVE-2023-22518 - Atlassian Confluence Data Center and Server Improper Authorization Vulnerability

Project:Atlassian

Product:Confluence Data Center and Server

Date Added:2023-11-07Due Date:2023-11-28Last Updated:June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Atlassian Confluence Data Center and Server Improper Authorization Vulnerability

Description

Atlassian Confluence Data Center and Server contain an improper authorization vulnerability that can result in significant data loss when exploited by an unauthenticated attacker. There is no impact on confidentiality since the attacker cannot exfiltrate any data.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Known

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

https://confluence.atlassian.com/security/cve-2023-22518-improper-authorization-vulnerability-in-confluence-data-center-and-server-1311473907.html

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-22518