Menu

Star on GitHub · 3.4k

CVE-2026-89255

8.7 · HIGH

AVideo through commit c3edcc274c389816d434acadac07ee78eaf330c1 contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the LoginControl plugin that fails to HTML-encode PGP public keys echoed into…

Published Sep 11, 2026CWE-79EPSS 0.37%

Overview

CVE-2026-89255 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 11, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.7 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.7, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

AVideo through commit c3edcc274c389816d434acadac07ee78eaf330c1 contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the LoginControl plugin that fails to HTML-encode PGP public keys echoed into a textarea element. An authenticated attacker can inject malicious JavaScript by submitting a crafted public key, which executes in an administrator's session when viewing the user's profile tab.

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-2026-89255?

CVE-2026-89255 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 11, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.7 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-89255?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.7, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-89255?

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-2026-89255?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2026-89255 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

Related HIGH CVEs from 2026

View all
LiveWatch live →