PatchTheCVECVE-2026-59802: PasswordPusher before 2.8.1 accepts data URI schemes in URL push payloads due to insufficient validation in th
CVE-2026-59802 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.2) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
PasswordPusher before 2.8.1 accepts data URI schemes in URL push payloads due to insufficient validation in the valid_url function. Attackers can create malicious pushes containing data:text/html URIs that execute arbitrary JavaScript in victims' browsers when clicked, enabling phishing and credential theft under the trusted PasswordPusher domain.
Why this priority
- High severity
- CISA SSVC: public proof of concept
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 75%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-183 |
| Published | 2026-07-08 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-24 |
Last updated 2026-10-24 · 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
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-2026-59802?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-59802 being exploited?
CVE-2026-59802 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-2026-59802 affect?
CVE-2026-59802 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.2). PasswordPusher before 2.8.1 accepts data URI schemes in URL push payloads due to insufficient validation in the valid_url function. Attackers can create malicious pushes containing data:text/html URIs that execute arbitrary JavaScript in vi
How urgent is CVE-2026-59802?
Priority 38/100. High severity; CISA SSVC: public proof of concept