CVE-2026-44961
NONECVSS 0/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2026-44961 is a none-severity vulnerability. The XML‑RPC API addUser method has a validation bypass introduced in the fix for CVE‑2025‑55129. As a result, API users could create usernames that enabled impersonation or stored XSS attacks. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The XML‑RPC API addUser method has a validation bypass introduced in the fix for CVE‑2025‑55129. As a result, API users could create usernames that enabled impersonation or stored XSS attacks. Proper validation has been added where it was missing.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-44961?
The XML‑RPC API addUser method has a validation bypass introduced in the fix for CVE‑2025‑55129. As a result, API users could create usernames that enabled impersonation or stored XSS attacks. Proper validation has been added where it was missing.
How severe is CVE-2026-44961?
Severity scoring for CVE-2026-44961 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-44961?
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.
How Strix Helps
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