CVE-2026-73629: Serendipity before 2.6.0 SSRF via hex IPv4 and IPv6 addresses

Published Aug 13, 2026
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Updated

Serendipity before 2.6.0 contains a server-side request forgery vulnerability in the serendipityurlallowed() filter that fails to block hex-encoded IPv4 addresses, IPv6 literals, and link-local ranges. Authenticated users with adminImagesAdd permission can bypass the filter using alternate address formats to request internal services and retrieve response bodies through the public uploads directory.

Affected Software

1 affected component
serendipity Serendipity<2.6.0

Event History

Aug 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:28 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:28 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2026-73629?

CVE-2026-73629 is a server-side request forgery vulnerability in Serendipity prior to version 2.6.0 that allows authenticated users to bypass URL filters.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2026-73629?

CVE-2026-73629 has a severity rating of 8.5, which indicates a high level of risk.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-73629?

To fix CVE-2026-73629, upgrade Serendipity to version 2.6.0 or later, where the vulnerability has been patched.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-73629?

Authenticated users with adminImagesAdd permission in Serendipity versions before 2.6.0 are affected by CVE-2026-73629.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2026-73629?

CVE-2026-73629 could allow attackers to make unauthorized requests to internal services by exploiting the server-side request forgery vulnerability.

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