Improper access control in wagtail - CVE-2022-21683

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Improper access control in wagtail - CVE-2022-21683

Published: January 18, 2022 / Updated: May 5, 2026


Vulnerability identifier: #VU130193
CSH Severity: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21683
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
wagtail
Software vendor:
Torchbox

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to disclose sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control in comment reply notifications when sending notifications for new replies in comment threads. A remote user can leave a comment or reply somewhere on the site to disclose sensitive information.

User interaction is required for notification delivery.


Remediation

Install security update from vendor's website.

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