CVE-2026-39923: Flarum < 1.8.16 Password Reset Token Expiry Bypass via POST /reset

Published Aug 5, 2026
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Updated

Flarum before 1.8.16 contains a password reset token expiry bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to reuse expired password reset tokens by submitting them directly to the reset processing endpoint. The SavePasswordController::handle() method calls PasswordToken::findOrFail() without performing any expiry validation, allowing attackers to bypass the 24-hour token lifetime enforced only during form rendering and change any account's password to gain an authenticated session.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Flarum Flarum<1.8.16

Event History

Aug 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-39923?

CVE-2026-39923 has a severity rating of 8.1, indicating a high level of risk.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-39923?

To fix CVE-2026-39923, upgrade Flarum to version 1.8.16 or later.

3

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2026-39923?

CVE-2026-39923 allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass expiration checks on password reset tokens.

4

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-39923?

CVE-2026-39923 affects Flarum versions prior to 1.8.16.

5

When was CVE-2026-39923 published?

CVE-2026-39923 was published on August 5, 2026.

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