CVE-2026-35514: Unauthenticated Account Registration via /user/invited Bypasses All Signup Restrictions in Chartbrew
Chartbrew is an open-source web application that can connect directly to databases and APIs and use the data to create charts. In version 4.9.0, the endpoint POST /user/invited does not validate any invite token, authentication header, or session. Any unauthenticated attacker can call this endpoint directly to create a fully active account and receive a valid JWT — even when the instance has existing users and signupRestricted is enabled. This bypass is distinct from the normal registration endpoint (POST /user) which enforces signupRestricted and sets active: false pending verification. This issue has been patched in version 5.0.0.
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-35514?
CVE-2026-35514 has a high severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized account creation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-35514?
To fix CVE-2026-35514, upgrade to Chartbrew version 5.0.0 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
What are the implications of CVE-2026-35514?
CVE-2026-35514 allows unauthenticated users to bypass signup restrictions and could lead to unauthorized access.
What version of Chartbrew is affected by CVE-2026-35514?
CVE-2026-35514 affects Chartbrew version 4.9.0.
What is the exploit path for CVE-2026-35514?
The exploit path for CVE-2026-35514 is through the POST /user/invited endpoint which lacks validation.