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CVE-2025-40644

Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Riftzilla's QRGen.

Published Jan 20, 2026CWE-79EPSS 0.38%

Overview

CVE-2025-40644 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 20, 2026.

Technical description

Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Riftzilla's QRGen. This vulnerability allows an attavker to execute JavaScript code in the victim's browser by sending them a malicious URL using the 'id' parameter in '/article.php'. This vulnerability can be exploited to steal sensitive user data, such as session cookies, or to perform actions on behalf of the user.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-40644?

CVE-2025-40644 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 20, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2025-40644?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-40644?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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