CVE-2026-33395
Discourse has stored click‑based XSS via Graphviz SVG javascript: links
Description
Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2, the discourse-graphviz plugin contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious JavaScript code through DOT graph definitions. For instances with CSP disabled only. Versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 contain a patch. As a workaround, disable the graphviz plugin, upgrade to a patched version, or enable a content security policy.
INFO
Published Date :
March 19, 2026, 11:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
March 19, 2026, 11:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-33395
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Upgrade to a patched version of the plugin.
- Enable Content Security Policy (CSP).
- Disable the graphviz plugin.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Mar. 19, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2, the discourse-graphviz plugin contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious JavaScript code through DOT graph definitions. For instances with CSP disabled only. Versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 contain a patch. As a workaround, disable the graphviz plugin, upgrade to a patched version, or enable a content security policy. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N Added CWE CWE-79 Added Reference https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/0471e68ed0b594bf386e068f228849244b880ef1 Added Reference https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/0c861df8bea03dcc01b60da6cc7038e6c88de4ee Added Reference https://github.com/discourse/discourse/commit/472f9e1f7855307e489e9eaa6825d5335dfc08b5 Added Reference https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-23c7-gq89-xm5v