Vulnerability Description
stoatchat before 0.15.0 contains a missing authorization vulnerability in the Subscribe message handler that allows authenticated attackers to enumerate members and monitor profile updates of private servers without membership. Attackers can subscribe to any server's member-update topic by sending a Subscribe message with an arbitrary server ID, receiving live UserUpdate events including display names, avatars, and status changes for members they should not have access to.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/stoatchat/stoatchat/security/advisories/GHSA-jj3j-9qr7-jgfc
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/stoatchat-before-missing-authorization-via-
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-74869?
CVE-2026-74869 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.7 (HIGH). stoatchat before 0.15.0 contains a missing authorization vulnerability in the Subscribe message handler that allows authenticated attackers to enumerate members and monitor profile updates of private ...
How severe is CVE-2026-74869?
CVE-2026-74869 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-74869?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.