CVE-2026-2578

CVE-2026-2578 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mattermost Mattermost Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-201.

Key facts

Description

Mattermost versions 11.3.x <= 11.3.0 fail to preserve the redacted state of burn-on-read posts during deletion which allows channel members to access unrevealed burn-on-read message contents via the WebSocket post deletion event.. Mattermost Advisory ID: MMSA-2026-00579

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-2578?
Mattermost versions 11.3.x <= 11.3.0 fail to preserve the redacted state of burn-on-read posts during deletion which allows channel members to access unrevealed burn-on-read message contents via the WebSocket post deletion event.. Mattermost Advisory ID: MMSA-2026-00579
How severe is CVE-2026-2578?
CVE-2026-2578 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-2578 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-2578?
CVE-2026-2578 affects Mattermost Mattermost Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-2578?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-2578 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-2578 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-12415.
When was CVE-2026-2578 published?
CVE-2026-2578 was published on 2026-03-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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