CVE-2024-35227: Discourse vulnerable to DoS through Onebox
First published: Wed Jul 03 2024(Updated: )
Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to version 3.2.3 on the `stable` branch and version 3.3.0.beta3 on the `tests-passed` branch, Oneboxing against a carefully crafted malicious URL can reduce the availability of a Discourse instance. The problem has been patched in version 3.2.3 on the `stable` branch and version 3.3.0.beta3 on the `tests-passed` branch. There are no known workarounds available for this vulnerability.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Discourse | <3.2.3<3.3.0.beta3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-35227?
CVE-2024-35227 has a severity rating that indicates it can reduce the availability of a Discourse instance.
How do I fix CVE-2024-35227?
To fix CVE-2024-35227, upgrade to Discourse version 3.2.3 or later on the stable branch or 3.3.0.beta3 on the tests-passed branch.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-35227?
The impact of CVE-2024-35227 is that it allows oneboxing against a malicious URL, which can disrupt the availability of the Discourse platform.
Which versions of Discourse are affected by CVE-2024-35227?
CVE-2024-35227 affects Discourse versions prior to 3.2.3 on the stable branch and 3.3.0.beta3 on the tests-passed branch.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-35227?
Yes, a patch for CVE-2024-35227 has been implemented in the subsequent Discourse releases.
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