Vulnerability Description
Discourse is an open source discussion platform. Prior to version 3.0.4 of the `stable` branch and version 3.1.0.beta5 of the `beta` and `tests-passed` branches, an attacker could use the new topics dismissal endpoint to reveal the number of topics recently created (but not the actual content thereof) in categories they didn't have access to. This issue is patched in version 3.0.4 of the `stable` branch and version 3.1.0.beta5 of the `beta` and `tests-passed` branches. There are no known workarounds.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Discourse | Discourse | < 3.0.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-q8m5-wmjr-3ppgVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-q8m5-wmjr-3ppgVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-34250?
CVE-2023-34250 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). Discourse is an open source discussion platform. Prior to version 3.0.4 of the `stable` branch and version 3.1.0.beta5 of the `beta` and `tests-passed` branches, an attacker could use the new topics d...
How severe is CVE-2023-34250?
CVE-2023-34250 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-34250?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Discourse Discourse.