Description
Weblate is a web-based continuous localization platform used to manage software translations. In versions prior to 2026.8, Weblate's object-scoped RSS feeds do not apply the permission checks used elsewhere, allowing unauthorized users to read change-history metadata from private projects and restricted components. On installations that permit anonymous access, this metadata can be retrieved without any authentication. The exposed information can include project and component identities, contributor usernames and full names, action types, timestamps, and translation or unit links, though translated-string content is not included in the feed. Installations using private projects or restricted components are affected. This issue is fixed in version 2026.8.
Published: 2026-08-26
Score: 5.3 Medium
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Information Disclosure
Action: Apply Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

Weblate’s object‑scoped RSS feeds bypass the permission checks that normally protect private projects and restricted components. As a result, an unauthenticated user can retrieve the change‑history metadata for translations, including project and component identities, contributor usernames and full names, action types, timestamps, and translation or unit links. The vulnerability does not expose the translated string content itself. The exposed data can be used to map user interactions, discover project structure, and facilitate further social engineering or targeted attacks.

Affected Systems

All installations of Weblate prior to version 2026.8 are affected when object‑scoped RSS feeds are enabled. This includes any private projects or components that restrict visibility. Systems that allow anonymous access to the web interface can expose the RSS feed data without requiring any authentication, amplifying the exposure. Upgrading to Weblate 2026.8 or later resolves the issue by correctly enforcing permission checks on these feeds.

Risk and Exploitability

The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 5.3, indicating moderate severity. EPSS data is unavailable, and the issue is not listed in CISA KEV, suggesting limited current exploitation evidence. Attackers only need to know or guess the RSS feed URL for a private project; no code execution or elevated privileges are required. The primary risk is the leakage of metadata that could aid in reconnaissance or facilitate additional attacks, especially on installations with exposed anonymous access.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 26, 2026 at 22:26 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade Weblate to version 2026.8 or later, which restores proper permission checks for RSS feeds.
  • If an immediate upgrade is not possible, disable anonymous access on the instance or remove the RSS feed feature from private projects to prevent unauthenticated retrieval of change‑history metadata.
  • Configure Weblate to require authentication for all RSS feed URLs, ensuring that only authorized users can access the change‑history data.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 26, 2026 at 22:26 UTC.

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History

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Weblate
Weblate weblate
Vendors & Products Weblate
Weblate weblate

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'yes', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'partial'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description Weblate is a web-based continuous localization platform used to manage software translations. In versions prior to 2026.8, Weblate's object-scoped RSS feeds do not apply the permission checks used elsewhere, allowing unauthorized users to read change-history metadata from private projects and restricted components. On installations that permit anonymous access, this metadata can be retrieved without any authentication. The exposed information can include project and component identities, contributor usernames and full names, action types, timestamps, and translation or unit links, though translated-string content is not included in the feed. Installations using private projects or restricted components are affected. This issue is fixed in version 2026.8.
Title Weblate: Object-scoped RSS feeds disclose private change history to unauthorized users
Weaknesses CWE-200
CWE-862
CWE-863
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 5.3, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N'}


cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: GitHub_M

Published:

Updated: 2026-08-27T15:19:25.959Z

Reserved: 2026-08-20T20:23:02.506Z

Link: CVE-2026-77507

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-08-27T15:19:20.999Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2026-08-26T21:16:41.573

Modified: 2026-09-09T21:09:13.080

Link: CVE-2026-77507

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-09-01T14:23:35Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-200

    Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor

  • CWE-862

    Missing Authorization

  • CWE-863

    Incorrect Authorization