CVE-2026-18147: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10
Affects Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.1 High : monitor for a fix to Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.
Data as of 10/24/2026, 20:40:29 UTC
- Exploitation
Not in CISA KEV, no exploitation reported
- EPSS
- 0.4% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 35% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:NWhat to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 10 | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 10.0 Extended Update Support | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8 | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8 | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Telecommunications Update Service | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Telecommunications Update Service | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Update Services for SAP Solutions | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Update Services for SAP Solutions | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 9 | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 9.2 Update Services for SAP Solutions | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 9.4 Update Services for SAP Solutions | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 9.6 Extended Update Support | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 6 | Affected– | Fixed in– |
| Red HatRed Hat Enterprise Linux 7 | Affected– | Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Red Hat has issued a security advisory (RHSA-2026:70564) that includes fixes for this vulnerability as part of updates to FreeIPA packages. Users should apply the official updates provided by Red Hat to remediate this issue. The advisory primarily references Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 updates; users of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 should consult Red Hat support or advisories for corresponding patches or guidance. Patch status for RHEL 10 is not explicitly confirmed in the provided data; check the vendor advisory for the latest remediation information.
Description
A flaw was found in FreeIPA. An unauthenticated remote attacker could exploit a DOM Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the FreeIPA/IdM Web UI password reset page. By enticing a victim to click a specially crafted link and complete a password reset, the attacker could inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript code. This allows the attacker to perform actions within the victim's authenticated session, potentially leading to full administrative control if an IdM administrator is targeted.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the victim's browser session on the FreeIPA/IdM Web UI password reset page. This can lead to unauthorized actions performed with the victim's privileges, including potentially full administrative control if the victim is an IdM administrator. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality and integrity but does not affect availability.
References
- access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-18147 (opens in a new tab)
- bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2508181 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:70564 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:72279 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:82935 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:83083 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:83085 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:83084 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:83460 (opens in a new tab)
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:83461 (opens in a new tab)