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CVE-2026-85158

5.4 · MEDIUM

AVideo through commit c91b5975d contains a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability in videoEmbeded.php that echoes the link parameter inside an HTML comment with zero escaping.

Published Sep 3, 2026CWE-79EPSS 0.26%

Overview

CVE-2026-85158 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 3, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

AVideo through commit c91b5975d contains a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability in videoEmbeded.php that echoes the link parameter inside an HTML comment with zero escaping. Attackers can close the comment with --> and inject arbitrary JavaScript that executes when victims visit the crafted embed URL.

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-2026-85158?

CVE-2026-85158 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 3, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-85158?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-85158?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-85158?

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