Vulnerability Description
Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to 2026.1.6, 2026.5.2, 2026.6.1, and 2026.7.0, the discourse-local-dates plugin rendered crafted local-date format data as HTML on sites with a modified or disabled default Content Security Policy. This issue is fixed in versions 2026.1.6, 2026.5.2, 2026.6.1, and 2026.7.0.
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/9768f476ed86ea202440cd2b6245af8a4f
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/981ba23d33d2e2d98f6690734116af58f2
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/a7e509bfa1aa6288b447503de6ef798c31
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/d5d5055fbdf04d5bd72fcaa7e4257fac5a
- https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-rw96-2xg7-h54g
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-72729?
CVE-2026-72729 is a documented vulnerability. Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to 2026.1.6, 2026.5.2, 2026.6.1, and 2026.7.0, the discourse-local-dates plugin rendered crafted local-date format data as HTML on sites with a m...
How severe is CVE-2026-72729?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2026-72729. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-72729?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.