CVE-2026-40305 Details
Description
DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) is an open-source web content management platform (CMS) in the Microsoft ecosystem. Starting in version 6.0.0 and prior to version 10.2.2, in the friends feature, a user could craft a request that would force the acceptance of a friend request on another user. Version 10.2.2 patches the issue.
A vulnerability in the friends feature of DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) web content management platform, affects versions 6.0.0 through prior to 10.2.2. The issue allows a user to manipulate a request that forces the acceptance of a friend request on behalf of another user.
Users can upgrade to DNN version 10.2.2, where this vulnerability has been patched. Instructions for upgrading DNN can be found in the DNN documentation.
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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 Apr 20, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/dnnsoftware/Dnn.Platform/releases/tag/v10.2.2 | [email protected] | Release Notes |
| https://github.com/dnnsoftware/Dnn.Platform/security/advisories/GHSA-fpj4-9qhx-5m6m | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-285 | Improper Authorization | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| dnnsoftware dotnetnuke | >= 6.0.0, < 10.2.2 |
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 |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 17, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |