PatchTheCVECVE-2026-28141: Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in NextGEN Gallery <= 4.2.3 versions.
CVE-2026-28141 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.1) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in NextGEN Gallery <= 4.2.3 versions.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.1 (High) |
| 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 | 2026-08-06 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-23 |
Last updated 2026-10-23 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Nuclei scan template: NextGEN Gallery <= 4.2.3 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
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-2026-28141?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-28141 being exploited?
CVE-2026-28141 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-2026-28141 affect?
CVE-2026-28141 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 7.1). Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in NextGEN Gallery <= 4.2.3 versions.
How urgent is CVE-2026-28141?
Priority 35/100. High severity