CVE-2026-33284: globaleaks-whistleblowing-software · Improper Input Validation
Affects globaleaks-whistleblowing-softwareSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 1.2 Low : upgrade to 5.0.89 when convenient.
Data as of 25 Oct 2026, 19:02 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 10% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 5.0.89
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:UExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 27 Mar 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-25.
What to do
Upgrade globaleaks-whistleblowing-software and globaleaks/globaleaks-whistleblowing-software to 5.0.89.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| globaleaksglobaleaks-whistleblowing-software | Affected
| Fixed in
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GitHubglobaleaks/globaleaks-whistleblowing-softwarepkg:github/globaleaks/globaleaks-whistleblowing-softwareOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in
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AI-suggested
Organizations should upgrade GlobaLeaks to version 5.0.89 or later, where the vulnerability is patched. Until upgrading, administrators should implement strict email filtering and URL scanning on incoming support emails to detect and block suspicious or unexpected URLs. Training administrators to recognize phishing attempts and suspicious links in support communications is critical. Additionally, consider isolating or sandboxing email clients used to read support requests to limit potential damage from malicious links. Monitoring logs for unusual support request activity or repeated URL submissions can help detect exploitation attempts. If possible, disable or restrict the /api/support endpoint temporarily until the patch is applied. Finally, maintain a robust incident response plan to address any phishing or social engineering incidents stemming from this vulnerability.
Description
GlobaLeaks is free and open-source whistleblowing software. Prior to version 5.0.89, the /api/support endpoint of GlobaLeaks performs minimal validation on user-submitted support requests. As a result, arbitrary URLs can be included in support emails sent to administrators. Version 5.0.89 patches the issue.