CVE-2026-56709
CVE-2026-56709 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-350.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v4: 8.7
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-350
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Grav before 3.9.2 fails to validate untrusted Host headers in the sendInvitationEmail() function when constructing token-bearing invitation links. Attackers can manipulate the Host header to poison invitation links and redirect users to attacker-controlled domains, bypassing the require_trusted_host protection which only covers password reset flows.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-56709?
- Grav before 3.9.2 fails to validate untrusted Host headers in the sendInvitationEmail() function when constructing token-bearing invitation links. Attackers can manipulate the Host header to poison invitation links and redirect users to attacker-controlled domains, bypassing the require_trusted_host protection which only covers password reset flows.
- How severe is CVE-2026-56709?
- CVE-2026-56709 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2026-56709 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-56709?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2026-56709 published?
- CVE-2026-56709 was published on 2026-08-25 and last updated on 2026-08-31.
References
- https://github.com/getgrav/grav/security/advisories/GHSA-69vf-mjxw-x79j
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/grav-before-host-header-injection-via-sendinvitationemail
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