CVE-2026-36472
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CVE-2026-36472 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.2/10 on the CVSS scale. CuteNews v.2.1.2 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS). Improper neutralization of the __referer value 2.0.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of an authenticated user's session via a javascript: URI rendered as an unsanitized clickable link on the msg_info page.. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
CuteNews v.2.1.2 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS). Improper neutralization of the __referer value 2.0.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of an authenticated user's session via a javascript: URI rendered as an unsanitized clickable link on the msg_info page.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
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- Status
- Deferred
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