CVE-2026-23752: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in GFI Software HelpDesk
GFI HelpDesk versions prior to 4. 99. 9 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the template group creation and editing functionality. Authenticated administrators can inject arbitrary JavaScript by manipulating the companyname POST parameter, which lacks proper HTML sanitization. This malicious script executes in the browsers of any administrator who views the affected Templates > Groups page. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4. 8 score, indicating medium severity. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available from the vendor. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-23752 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in GFI Software HelpDesk before version 4.99.9. It arises due to improper neutralization of input in the companyname POST parameter during template group creation and editing. Authenticated administrators can inject arbitrary JavaScript code, which is then stored and executed in the browsers of other administrators viewing the Templates > Groups page. This vulnerability requires administrator privileges and user interaction (viewing the page) to trigger. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required beyond administrator, and partial impact on integrity and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated administrator to inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of other administrators' browsers. This can lead to actions such as session hijacking, unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the administrator, or other malicious activities within the HelpDesk administrative interface. The impact is limited to users with administrator privileges and requires them to view the affected page. There are no reports of active exploitation in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, administrators should exercise caution when entering data into the companyname field in template group creation and editing. Restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only. Monitor vendor communications for updates regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2026-23752: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in GFI Software HelpDesk
Description
GFI HelpDesk versions prior to 4. 99. 9 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the template group creation and editing functionality. Authenticated administrators can inject arbitrary JavaScript by manipulating the companyname POST parameter, which lacks proper HTML sanitization. This malicious script executes in the browsers of any administrator who views the affected Templates > Groups page. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4. 8 score, indicating medium severity. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available from the vendor. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-23752 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in GFI Software HelpDesk before version 4.99.9. It arises due to improper neutralization of input in the companyname POST parameter during template group creation and editing. Authenticated administrators can inject arbitrary JavaScript code, which is then stored and executed in the browsers of other administrators viewing the Templates > Groups page. This vulnerability requires administrator privileges and user interaction (viewing the page) to trigger. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required beyond administrator, and partial impact on integrity and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated administrator to inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of other administrators' browsers. This can lead to actions such as session hijacking, unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the administrator, or other malicious activities within the HelpDesk administrative interface. The impact is limited to users with administrator privileges and requires them to view the affected page. There are no reports of active exploitation in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, administrators should exercise caution when entering data into the companyname field in template group creation and editing. Restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only. Monitor vendor communications for updates regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulnCheck
- Date Reserved
- 2026-01-15T18:42:20.938Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69e669e219fe3cd2cd1fdd45
Added to database: 4/20/2026, 6:01:06 PM
Last enriched: 4/20/2026, 6:16:15 PM
Last updated: 4/20/2026, 8:54:24 PM
Views: 6
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