Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2, the `ip_address` of a flagged user is exposed to any user who can access the review queue, including users who should not be able to see IP addresses. Versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 contain a patch.
No known workarounds are available.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Privileges Required
Low
Basic privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
Low
Partial data leak
Integrity
None
No data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v3.1
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 3
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
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Discourse Discourse
cpe:2.3:a:discourse:discourse:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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2026.1.0
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2026.1.2
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Discourse Discourse
cpe:2.3:a:discourse:discourse:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
2026.2.0
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2026.2.1
|
|
Discourse Discourse
cpe:2.3:a:discourse:discourse:2026.3.0:*:*:*:latest:*:*:*
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