Description
Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Versions prior to 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 allow a moderator to edit site policy documents (ToS, guidelines, privacy policy) that they are explicitly prohibited from modifying. Versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 contain a patch. No known workarounds are available.
Problem types
CWE-269: Improper Privilege Management
Product status
>= 2026.2.0-latest, < 2026.2.1
>= 2026.1.0-latest, < 2026.1.2
References
github.com/...course/security/advisories/GHSA-jj9p-p7m6-jq96