CVE-2026-108931: Cross Site Scripting in Netcore NR268
Description
CVE-2026-108931 is a medium severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Netcore NR268 version 1.7.121109. The flaw exists in the DHCP Handler component, specifically in the eval function of the dhcp_dynamicip_show.cgi file. An attacker can remotely manipulate the Hostname argument to execute malicious scripts. Public exploit code is available, but no vendor response or patch has been provided.
CVSS v4.0
Score 5.3medium
Affected software
Netcore
NR268
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability affects Netcore NR268 version 1.7.121109 in the DHCP Handler component. The issue is a cross-site scripting vulnerability caused by improper handling of the Hostname argument in the eval function within dhcp_dynamicip_show.cgi. Remote attackers can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected application. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 5.3, indicating medium severity. The vendor was notified but has not issued any response or fix. Public exploit code exists, increasing the risk of exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary scripts via the Hostname parameter, potentially leading to session hijacking, information disclosure, or other client-side impacts. The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction beyond visiting a crafted URL. The medium CVSS score reflects moderate risk, with limited impact on confidentiality and integrity but potential impact on availability and user trust.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation has been provided by the vendor. Since the vendor has not responded and no fix is available, users should consider implementing web application firewall (WAF) rules to block malicious inputs targeting the Hostname parameter or restrict access to the vulnerable interface. Monitor for exploit attempts and apply network-level controls to limit exposure until a vendor fix is released. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-11T18:13:33.409Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6acd4ec72cdf04f656d63e49
Added to database: 10/12/2026, 21:19:03 UTC
Last enriched: 10/12/2026, 21:33:50 UTC
Last updated: 10/12/2026, 21:33:55 UTC
Views: 8
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