PatchTheCVECVE-2026-102147: A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) weakness in Kiteworks Core could allow an unauthenticated attacker to stor
CVE-2026-102147 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.3) affecting kiteworks. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) weakness in Kiteworks Core could allow an unauthenticated attacker to store crafted content that later executes arbitrary JavaScript in the authenticated session of an administrator who views the affected page. This could have permitted the attacker to gain full administrative control, including the creation of a new administrative account.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.3 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 60%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2026-09-30 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-07 |
Last updated 2026-10-07 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-102147?
kiteworks: upgrade to 9.5.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-102147 being exploited?
CVE-2026-102147 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-102147 affect?
CVE-2026-102147 affects kiteworks. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.3). A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) weakness in Kiteworks Core could allow an unauthenticated attacker to store crafted content that later executes arbitrary JavaScript in the authenticated session of an administrator who views the affected
How urgent is CVE-2026-102147?
Priority 42/100. Critical severity
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