CVE-2022-46159

Any authenticated Discourse user can create an unlisted topic

Description

Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. In version 2.8.13 and prior on the `stable` branch and version 2.9.0.beta14 and prior on the `beta` and `tests-passed` branches, any authenticated user can create an unlisted topic. These topics, which are not readily available to other users, can take up unnecessary site resources. A patch for this issue is available in the `main` branch of Discourse. There are no known workarounds available.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: discourse discourse
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-qf99-xpx6-hgxp third party advisory
https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/0ce38bd7bce862db251b882613ab7053ca777382 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-46159?
CVE-2022-46159 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-46159?
To fix CVE-2022-46159, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-46159 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-46159 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-46159?
CVE-2022-46159 affects discourse discourse.
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