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CVE-2026-103647: CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in Progressive Robot Ltd hMailServer

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-103647cvecve-2026-103647cwe-79
Published: 10/08/2026 (10/08/2026, 10:53:05 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Progressive Robot Ltd
Product: hMailServer

Description

CVE-2026-103647 is a high-severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the webmail component of Progressive Robot Ltd's hMailServer versions 6.3.2 through 6.3.5. It allows a remote attacker who can send an encrypted message to execute script in the webmail's origin using the victim's session. The vulnerability arises when decrypted S/MIME or OpenPGP message attachments declared as text/html are opened in a new tab, enabling script execution with access to mailbox data and REST API functions. The REST API is not enabled by default, limiting exposure.

CVSS v3.1

Score 8.0high

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
High
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
None
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N

Affected software

Progressive Robot Ltd

hMailServer

Affected versions
>=6.3.2 <6.3.6
GitHub Actionsmore threats →ai
hmailserver/hmailserver
pkg:github/hmailserver/hmailserver
Affected versions
>=6.3.2 <6.3.6

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 10/08/2026, 11:18:44 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves improper neutralization of input during web page generation (CWE-79) in hMailServer's webmail. When the webmail decrypts S/MIME messages (from version 6.3.2) or OpenPGP messages (from 6.3.4), it presents decrypted attachments as blob URLs with the media type declared by the message. If a user opens an attachment declared as text/html in a new tab, the script executes in the webmail's origin context, allowing the attacker to read mailbox contents, send mail, and modify the account via the REST API. The vulnerability affects versions 6.3.2 through 6.3.5 inclusive and requires the REST API to be enabled, which is off by default.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim's webmail session, leading to full compromise of mailbox contents, unauthorized sending of emails, and modification of the user account through the REST API. This can result in data theft, account takeover, and unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user. The attack requires user interaction (opening a malicious attachment) and the REST API enabled on the server.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or fix information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. As a mitigation, ensure the REST API is disabled if not required, since the webmail is only served when the REST API is enabled. Users should be cautious when opening decrypted attachments, especially those declared as text/html. Monitor vendor communications for updates and apply any official fixes once available.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
GitLab
Date Reserved
2026-10-01T07:04:34.908Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6ac778a32cdf04f6560ccf4f

Added to database: 10/08/2026, 11:04:03 UTC

Last enriched: 10/08/2026, 11:18:44 UTC

Last updated: 10/08/2026, 11:19:29 UTC

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