CVE-2026-20904
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2026-20904 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Gitea does not properly validate ownership when toggling OpenID URI visibility. An authenticated user may be able to change the visibility settings of other users' OpenID identities.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Gitea does not properly validate ownership when toggling OpenID URI visibility. An authenticated user may be able to change the visibility settings of other users' OpenID identities.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gitea | Gitea | < 1.25.4 |
References
- https://blog.gitea.com/release-of-1.25.4/Release Notes
- https://github.com/go-gitea/gitea/pull/36346Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/go-gitea/gitea/pull/36361Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-20904?
Gitea does not properly validate ownership when toggling OpenID URI visibility. An authenticated user may be able to change the visibility settings of other users' OpenID identities.
How severe is CVE-2026-20904?
CVE-2026-20904 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20904?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-20904?
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