CVE-2026-33395: Discourse has stored click‑based XSS via Graphviz SVG javascript: links

Published Mar 19, 2026
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Updated

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.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Discourse discourse-graphviz plugin<2026.3.0-latest.1, <2026.2.1, <2026.1.2
Discourse Discourse>=2026.1.0<2026.1.2
Discourse Discourse>=2026.2.0<2026.2.1
Discourse Discourse=2026.3.0

Event History

Mar 19, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:33 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 26, 58199
Event
via FIRST·11:44 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33395?

CVE-2026-33395 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for stored XSS attacks on authenticated users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33395?

To fix CVE-2026-33395, update the discourse-graphviz plugin to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, or 2026.1.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-33395?

CVE-2026-33395 affects users of the discourse-graphviz plugin on Discourse versions prior to 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2.

4

What kind of attacks can CVE-2026-33395 allow?

CVE-2026-33395 can allow attackers to perform stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks on the affected Discourse platform.

5

Is CVE-2026-33395 present in all versions of Discourse?

No, CVE-2026-33395 is only present in versions of Discourse prior to 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 that use the discourse-graphviz plugin.

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