CVE-2026-5308
CWE-400Published: May 22, 2026· Updated: May 22, 2026
Official Description
Mattermost versions 11.6.x <= 11.6.0, 11.5.x <= 11.5.3, 11.4.x <= 11.4.4, 10.11.x <= 10.11.14 fail to enforce request body size limits on plugin HTTP endpoints which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service via crafted oversized HTTP requests.. Mattermost Advisory ID: MMSA-2026-00646
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-5308 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-5308 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts