CVE-2026-44783 Details
Description
Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. From versions 2026.1.0-latest to before 2026.1.4, 2026.3.0-latest to before 2026.3.1, and 2026.4.0-latest to before 2026.4.1, a flaw in how replies to whisper posts are handled allows authenticated users outside the groups configured in whispers_allowed_groups to post into a topic's staff-only whisper channel. The injected content is visible to whisperers (typically staff) alongside legitimate whispers. Only sites that have whispers enabled are affected. This issue has been patched in versions 2026.1.4, 2026.3.1, 2026.4.1, and 2026.5.0-latest.1.
A vulnerability in Discourse allows authenticated users, outside the groups specified in 'whispers_allowed_groups', to post in a topic's staff-only whisper channel. This issue affects Discourse versions 2026.1.0-latest to prior to 2026.1.4, 2026.3.0-latest to prior to 2026.3.1, and 2026.4.0-latest to prior to 2026.4.1. The flaw arises from improper handling of replies to whisper posts, enabling the injection of content that is visible to staff alongside legitimate whispers. Only sites with whispers enabled are impacted.
Users should upgrade to Discourse versions 2026.1.4, 2026.3.1, 2026.4.1, or 2026.5.0-latest.1. For sites that do not need whispers, the 'whispers_allowed_groups' setting can be cleared until the upgrade is applied. Sites with no groups configured for that setting are not affected.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 15, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-98ch-mgfj-wqpw | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-284 | Improper Access Control | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| discourse discourse | < 2026.1.0 >= 2026.1.0, < 2026.1.4 >= 2026.3.0, < 2026.3.1 >= 2026.4.0, < 2026.4.1 2026.5.0 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 12, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |