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CVE-2026-27440: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in Saad Iqbal myCred

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-27440cvecve-2026-27440
Published: Thu Feb 19 2026 (02/19/2026, 20:35:42 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Saad Iqbal
Product: myCred

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Saad Iqbal myCred mycred allows Stored XSS.This issue affects myCred: from n/a through <= 2.9.7.6.

AI-Powered Analysis

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AILast updated: 04/03/2026, 12:01:52 UTC

Technical Analysis

The myCred plugin by Saad Iqbal contains a stored XSS vulnerability due to improper input sanitization during web page generation. This flaw affects all versions up to 2.9.7.6. An attacker with at least low privileges and requiring user interaction can inject malicious scripts that execute in the context of other users, potentially leading to partial confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, privileges required, user interaction required, and scope changed.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation can lead to execution of arbitrary scripts in the context of affected users, potentially resulting in information disclosure, modification of data, or disruption of service. The impact is rated as medium severity with limited confidentiality, integrity, and availability consequences.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution with input handling and consider applying any temporary mitigations recommended by the vendor. Monitor official channels for updates regarding patches or workarounds.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Patchstack
Date Reserved
2026-02-19T09:52:39.682Z
Cvss Version
null
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 699812af2c4d84f260aeb05a

Added to database: 2/20/2026, 7:52:15 AM

Last enriched: 4/3/2026, 12:01:52 PM

Last updated: 4/9/2026, 12:27:24 AM

Views: 86

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