CVE-2023-32301: Discourse's canonical url not being used for topic embeddings

Published Jun 13, 2023
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Updated

Discourse is an open source discussion platform. Prior to version 3.0.4 of the stable branch and version 3.1.0.beta5 of the beta and tests-passed branches, multiple duplicate topics could be created if topic embedding is enabled. This issue is patched in version 3.0.4 of the stable branch and version 3.1.0.beta5 of the beta and tests-passed branches. As a workaround, disable topic embedding if it has been enabled.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Discourse Discourse<3.0.4
Discourse Discourse=3.1.0-beta1
Discourse Discourse=3.1.0-beta2
Discourse Discourse=3.1.0-beta3
Discourse Discourse=3.1.0-beta4

Event History

Jun 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-32301?

CVE-2023-32301 is a vulnerability in the Discourse open source discussion platform that allows for the creation of multiple duplicate topics if topic embedding is enabled, prior to version 3.0.4 of the stable branch and version 3.1.0.beta5 of the beta and tests-passed branches.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-32301?

CVE-2023-32301 has a severity value of 5.3, which is considered medium.

3

How can I fix CVE-2023-32301?

To fix CVE-2023-32301, ensure you are using version 3.0.4 of the stable branch or version 3.1.0.beta5 of the beta and tests-passed branches.

4

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) of CVE-2023-32301?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) of CVE-2023-32301 is CWE-116, which refers to insecure caching.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-32301?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-32301 on the GitHub advisory page: https://github.com/discourse/discourse/security/advisories/GHSA-p2jx-m2j5-hqh4.

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