CVE-2023-23620

Discourse restricted tag routes leak topic information

Description

Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to version 3.0.1 on the `stable` branch and 3.1.0.beta2 on the `beta` and `tests-passed` branches, the contents of latest/top routes for restricted tags can be accessed by unauthorized users. This issue is patched in version 3.0.1 on the `stable` branch and 3.1.0.beta2 on the `beta` and `tests-passed` branches. There are no known workarounds.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
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Affected: discourse discourse
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-hvj9-g84x-5prx third party advisory
https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/105fee978d73b0ec23ff814a09d1c0c9ace95164 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/discourse/discourse/pull/20004 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23620?
CVE-2023-23620 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-23620?
To fix CVE-2023-23620, 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-2023-23620 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-23620 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-2023-23620?
CVE-2023-23620 affects discourse discourse.
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