CVE-2026-6339: Missing request origin validation on burn-on-read reveal endpoint

Published May 18, 2026
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Updated

Mattermost versions 11.5.x <= 11.5.1, 11.4.x <= 11.4.3 fail to validate the X-Requested-With header on the burn-on-read reveal endpoint which allows an authenticated channel member to force the reveal of a burn-on-read message without recipient consent via a crafted Markdown image tag.. Mattermost Advisory ID: MMSA-2026-00636

Affected Software

3 affected components
Mattermost Mattermost<=11.5.1, <=11.4.3
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=11.4.0<11.4.4
Mattermost Mattermost Server>=11.5.0<11.5.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.6.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.5.2
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.4.4

Event History

May 18, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:05 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-6339?

CVE-2026-6339 has a medium severity level due to the potential for unauthorized message reveals by authenticated users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-6339?

To fix CVE-2026-6339, update Mattermost to version 11.5.2 or higher, or 11.4.4 or higher to ensure proper request origin validation.

3

What types of Mattermost versions are affected by CVE-2026-6339?

Mattermost versions 11.5.x up to 11.5.1 and 11.4.x up to 11.4.3 are affected by CVE-2026-6339.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2026-6339?

The impact of CVE-2026-6339 allows authenticated channel members to potentially reveal burn-on-read messages that should remain concealed.

5

Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2026-6339?

Yes, user authentication is required to exploit CVE-2026-6339, as it involves authenticated channel members.

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