CVE-2026-23643
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2026-23643 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. CakePHP is a rapid development framework for PHP. The PaginatorHelper::limitControl() method has a cross-site-scripting vulnerability via query string parameter manipulation. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
CakePHP is a rapid development framework for PHP. The PaginatorHelper::limitControl() method has a cross-site-scripting vulnerability via query string parameter manipulation. This issue has been fixed in 5.2.12 and 5.3.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cakephp | Cakephp | >= 5.2.10, < 5.2.12 |
| Cakephp | Cakephp | 5.3.0 |
References
- https://bakery.cakephp.org/2026/01/14/cakephp_5212.htmlProduct, Release Notes
- https://github.com/cakephp/cakephp/issues/19172Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/cakephp/cakephp/releases/tag/5.2.12Product, Release Notes
- https://github.com/cakephp/cakephp/releases/tag/5.3.1Product, Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-23643?
CakePHP is a rapid development framework for PHP. The PaginatorHelper::limitControl() method has a cross-site-scripting vulnerability via query string parameter manipulation. This issue has been fixed in 5.2.12 and 5.3.1.
How severe is CVE-2026-23643?
CVE-2026-23643 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-23643?
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-2026-23643?
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