CVE-2026-96408
CRITICALCVSS 9.3/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-96408 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A code injection vulnerability exists in the upgrade script of Movable Type, which may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute an arbitrary Perl script or an SQL query on the affected product..
Description
A code injection vulnerability exists in the upgrade script of Movable Type, which may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute an arbitrary Perl script or an SQL query on the affected product.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Six Apart Ltd. | Movable Type Cloud Edition | >= 9.2.0, <= 9.2.1 |
| Six Apart Ltd. | Movable Type | >= 9.0.0, <= 9.0.9; >= 8.8.0, <= 8.8.5; >= 8.0.0, <= 8.0.12 |
| Six Apart Ltd. | Movable Type Premium Cloud Edition | >= 9.2.0, <= 9.2.1 |
| Six Apart Ltd. | Movable Type Premium | >= 9.0.0, <= 9.0.9; >= 2.0, <= 2.17 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-96408?
A code injection vulnerability exists in the upgrade script of Movable Type, which may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute an arbitrary Perl script or an SQL query on the affected product.
How severe is CVE-2026-96408?
CVE-2026-96408 has a CVSS score of 9.3/10 (CRITICAL severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-96408?
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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