CVE-2026-48212: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in OTRS GmbH (former OTRS AG) OTRS
Description
CVE-2026-48212 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in OTRS software that allows an administrator to inject arbitrary JavaScript into custom page content. This malicious script is then executed in the browsers of users who access the affected custom page. The vulnerability affects multiple major versions of OTRS prior to 2026.7.0. The CVSS score is 4.8, indicating a medium severity level.
CVSS v3.1
Score 4.8medium
Affected software
OTRS GmbH (former OTRS AG)
OTRS
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-48212) in OTRS arises from improper neutralization of input during web page generation (CWE-79). Specifically, an OTRS administrator can insert arbitrary JavaScript code into the content of a custom page. This code is stored by the application and executed in the context of users' browsers when they view the custom page, enabling potential cross-site scripting attacks. The affected versions include OTRS 7.0.x, 8.0.x, and the 2023.x through 2026.x series prior to version 2026.7.x.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an OTRS administrator to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the browsers of users viewing the custom page. This can lead to information disclosure or manipulation of user sessions within the affected application context. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required (administrator), and user interaction required, with partial confidentiality and integrity impact but no availability impact.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch links are provided, users should monitor OTRS vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, restrict administrator privileges to trusted personnel and avoid creating or accessing custom pages with untrusted content.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- OTRS
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T12:12:49.646Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6acc86862cdf04f6566ec700
Added to database: 10/12/2026, 07:04:38 UTC
Last enriched: 10/12/2026, 07:18:48 UTC
Last updated: 10/12/2026, 18:57:56 UTC
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