CVE-2026-79720
MEDIUMCVSS 5/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2026-79720 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5/10 on the CVSS scale. Reflected XSS in Netron versions <=9.1.2 on desktop application through unsanitized node names allows an attacker to hide certain nodes, perform port scanning or abuse a Chrome n-day to achieve Remote Code Execution.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Reflected XSS in Netron versions <=9.1.2 on desktop application through unsanitized node names allows an attacker to hide certain nodes, perform port scanning or abuse a Chrome n-day to achieve Remote Code Execution.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lutzroeder | Netron | <= 9.1.2 |
References
- https://www.hiddenlayer.com/sai-security-advisory/2026-08-netronExploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.hiddenlayer.com/sai-security-advisory/2026-08-netronExploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-79720?
Reflected XSS in Netron versions <=9.1.2 on desktop application through unsanitized node names allows an attacker to hide certain nodes, perform port scanning or abuse a Chrome n-day to achieve Remote Code Execution.
How severe is CVE-2026-79720?
CVE-2026-79720 has a CVSS score of 5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-79720?
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.
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