Vulnerability Description
BigBlueButton is an open-source virtual classroom. Prior to 3.0.29, BigBlueButton presenters could submit a presentationId through /api/graphql that identified a presentation belonging to another meeting. akka-bbb-apps/src/main/scala/org/bigbluebutton/core/apps/presentationpod/RemovePresentationPubMsgHdlr.scala did not verify the presentation's meeting identifier before deletion, allowing a presenter who knew the identifier to delete another meeting's presentation and disrupt its availability. This issue is fixed in version 3.0.29.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/bigbluebutton/bigbluebutton/commit/c9e93f9af07b9661e286d101b8
- https://github.com/bigbluebutton/bigbluebutton/releases/tag/v3.0.29
- https://github.com/bigbluebutton/bigbluebutton/security/advisories/GHSA-jxpq-r3h
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-55489?
CVE-2026-55489 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). BigBlueButton is an open-source virtual classroom. Prior to 3.0.29, BigBlueButton presenters could submit a presentationId through /api/graphql that identified a presentation belonging to another meet...
How severe is CVE-2026-55489?
CVE-2026-55489 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-55489?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.