CVE-2026-8493
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8493 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ("Cross-site Scripting") vulnerability in Drupal Colorbox Inline allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This issue affects Colorbox Inline: from 0.0.0 before 2.1.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ("Cross-site Scripting") vulnerability in Drupal Colorbox Inline allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This issue affects Colorbox Inline: from 0.0.0 before 2.1.1.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Colorbox Inline Project | Colorbox Inline | < 2.1.1 |
References
- https://www.drupal.org/sa-contrib-2026-036Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8493?
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ("Cross-site Scripting") vulnerability in Drupal Colorbox Inline allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
This issue affects Colorbox Inline: from 0.0.0 before 2.1.1.
How severe is CVE-2026-8493?
CVE-2026-8493 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8493?
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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