Vulnerability Description
Mistune is a Python Markdown parser with renderers and plugins. Prior to 3.3.0, HTMLRenderer.safe_url() does not block percent-encoded javascript URIs, allowing attacker-supplied Markdown links or images to bypass URL protections and execute script in rendered HTML. This issue is fixed in version 3.3.0.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mistune Project | Mistune | < 3.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/lepture/mistune/commit/c7101fcbb6e8790e8e39157c5ca2238fc6dd6cPatch
- https://github.com/lepture/mistune/releases/tag/v3.3.0Release Notes
- https://github.com/lepture/mistune/security/advisories/GHSA-8c25-4j27-2rv3ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/lepture/mistune/security/advisories/GHSA-8c25-4j27-2rv3ExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-59923?
CVE-2026-59923 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Mistune is a Python Markdown parser with renderers and plugins. Prior to 3.3.0, HTMLRenderer.safe_url() does not block percent-encoded javascript URIs, allowing attacker-supplied Markdown links or ima...
How severe is CVE-2026-59923?
CVE-2026-59923 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-59923?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mistune Project Mistune.