CVE-2026-38473: n/a
Description
CVE-2026-38473 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in GazellePW (GazellePosterWall) affecting the subtitle deletion functionality. Remote authenticated users can inject arbitrary JavaScript by uploading a crafted subtitle filename, which is stored and later executed when accessed via the subtitle deletion page. The vulnerability has a medium severity rating with a CVSS score of 5.4.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.4medium
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability allows remote authenticated users to perform stored XSS attacks by injecting malicious JavaScript code through a crafted subtitle filename during upload. The injected script is stored and later rendered in the /subtitles.php?action=delete endpoint, enabling script execution in the context of the victim's browser. The vulnerability arises from insufficient sanitization or encoding of the subtitle filename before rendering. No patch or official remediation information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to limited confidentiality and integrity impacts by executing arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the affected application for authenticated users. This could allow attackers to perform actions such as session hijacking or unauthorized actions within the scope of the authenticated user. There is no impact on availability reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, it is recommended to restrict subtitle filename inputs to safe characters and implement proper output encoding or sanitization on the subtitle deletion page to prevent script execution. Monitoring for suspicious activity related to subtitle uploads and deletion actions may also help detect exploitation attempts.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-06T00:00:00.000Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a8e0eb7acd9273b49c03ecd
Added to database: 08/25/2026, 21:52:55 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 15:51:40 UTC
Last updated: 10/10/2026, 18:48:19 UTC
Views: 50
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