Summary
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CVE ID | CVE-2026-56782 |
| Alert Source | GitHub Advisory - Critical Vulnerability |
| CVE Publication Year | 2026 |
| Date Published | 2026-06-29 |
| Vendor | — |
| Product | — |
| CVSS Score | 9.8 (critical) |
| EPSS Score | No data |
| CISA KEV | No |
| Ransomware | Not confirmed |
Vulnerability Description
Gorse before 0.5.10 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the /api/dump and /api/restore endpoints that allows unauthenticated attackers to access protected functionality when admin_api_key is empty, which is the default configuration. Remote attackers can exfiltrate the entire database including user records, items, and feedback data containing personally identifiable information, or completely overwrite the dataset without authentication.
Required Actions
Apply vendor patches or mitigations as soon as available.
Who Is Affected?
This vulnerability affects the software identified in the CVE description. Check if your organization uses this software and requires updates.
Sources
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