CVE-2022-39232: Discourse vulnerable to incomplete quote causing a topic to crash in the browser
Discourse is an open source discussion platform. Starting with version 2.9.0.beta5 and prior to version 2.9.0.beta10, an incomplete quote can generate a JavaScript error which will crash the current page in the browser in some cases. Version 2.9.0.beta10 added a fix and tests to ensure incomplete quotes won't break the app. As a workaround, the quote can be fixed via the rails console.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-39232?
CVE-2022-39232 is a vulnerability in the Discourse open source discussion platform that can result in a JavaScript error and crash the current page in the browser.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-39232?
CVE-2022-39232 has a severity rating of 4.3, which is considered medium.
Which versions of Discourse are affected by CVE-2022-39232?
Versions 2.9.0.beta5 to 2.9.0.beta9 of Discourse are affected by CVE-2022-39232.
How can I fix CVE-2022-39232?
To fix CVE-2022-39232, update your Discourse installation to version 2.9.0.beta10 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-39232?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-39232 in the following references: [link1], [link2], [link3]