CVE-2026-10819: Mattermost Server Denial of Service via Animated GIF Emoji Upload

Published Jul 27, 2026
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Updated

Mattermost versions 11.6.x <= 11.6.5, 10.11.x <= 10.11.20, 11.8.x <= 11.8.1, 11.7.x <= 11.7.4 fail to limit the number of frames and enforce the file size cap on animated GIF uploads, which allows an authenticated attacker to cause a denial of service via a crafted animated GIF uploaded as a custom emoji.. Mattermost Advisory ID: MMSA-2026-00695

Affected Software

1 affected component
Mattermost Mattermost Server>11.6.0<=11.6.5, >10.11.0<=10.11.20, >11.8.0<=11.8.1, >11.7.0<=11.7.4

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost Server to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.9.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost Server to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.6.6
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost Server to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.11.21
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost Server to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.8.2
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade Mattermost Server to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.7.5
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch MMSA-2026-00695

Event History

Jul 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-10819?

CVE-2026-10819 has a medium severity rating of 6.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-10819?

To fix CVE-2026-10819, upgrade your Mattermost Server to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What attack vector is involved in CVE-2026-10819?

CVE-2026-10819 involves an authenticated attacker uploading a crafted animated GIF that leads to a denial of service.

4

Which Mattermost versions are affected by CVE-2026-10819?

Mattermost versions 11.6.x up to 11.6.5, 10.11.x up to 10.11.20, 11.8.x up to 11.8.1, and 11.7.x up to 11.7.4 are affected by CVE-2026-10819.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2026-10819?

The impact of CVE-2026-10819 is a denial of service due to the lack of limits on animated GIF uploads.

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