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Discourse is an open-source discussion platform. Prior to versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2, users who do not belong to the allowed policy creation groups can create functional policy acceptance widgets in posts under the right conditions. Versions 2026.3.0-latest.1, 2026.2.1, and 2026.1.2 contain a patch. As a workaround, disable the discourse-policy plugin by disabling the policy_enabled site setting.
AnalysisAI
A remote code execution vulnerability in Discourse (CVSS 7.5). High severity vulnerability requiring prompt remediation.
Technical ContextAI
CWE-862 (Missing Authorization). CVSS 7.5 indicates high severity. Affects Discourse.
RemediationAI
Monitor vendor channels for patch availability.
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Same weakness CWE-862 – Missing Authorization
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EUVD-2026-13245