CVE-2026-33408 Details
Description
Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2, moderators were able to see the first 40 characters of post edits in PMs and private categories. Versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 contain a patch. No known workarounds are available.
A vulnerability in Discourse prior to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2, allowed moderators to access the first 40 characters of post edits from private messages and secure categories. This information was inadvertently leaked through the Post Edits admin report, creating an improper authorization issue by giving moderators access to content they should not see.
Users can update to Discourse versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, or 2026.1.2, where this vulnerability has been patched.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 20, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-862 | Missing Authorization | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| discourse discourse | >= 2026.1.0, < 2026.1.2 >= 2026.2.0, < 2026.2.1 2026.3.0 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 24, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 19, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |