CVE-2026-48253: Cross-site Scripting (DOM-based XSS) (CWE-79) in Adobe Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service
Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service is affected by a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability (CWE-79). This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the DOM environment to execute malicious JavaScript in the victim's browser context. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically the victim visiting a crafted webpage. The vulnerability has a medium severity with a CVSS score of 5.4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-48253 is a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service. The issue arises from improper handling of the DOM environment, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code within the context of a victim's browser when the victim visits a maliciously crafted webpage. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects confidentiality and integrity with no impact on availability. The scope of the vulnerability is changed, indicating a potential impact beyond the vulnerable component. No specific affected versions or patches are currently detailed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to the execution of arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim's browser, potentially allowing attackers to steal sensitive information or perform actions on behalf of the user. The confidentiality and integrity of the affected system could be compromised. There is no indication of availability impact. The vulnerability requires user interaction and has not been reported as exploited in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since this is a cloud service, the vendor typically manages remediation server-side. Monitor Adobe's official advisories for updates and apply any provided fixes promptly. Until a fix is available, consider limiting exposure by controlling access and educating users about the risks of clicking untrusted links.
CVE-2026-48253: Cross-site Scripting (DOM-based XSS) (CWE-79) in Adobe Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service
Description
Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service is affected by a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability (CWE-79). This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the DOM environment to execute malicious JavaScript in the victim's browser context. Exploitation requires user interaction, specifically the victim visiting a crafted webpage. The vulnerability has a medium severity with a CVSS score of 5.4.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.4medium
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-48253 is a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service. The issue arises from improper handling of the DOM environment, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code within the context of a victim's browser when the victim visits a maliciously crafted webpage. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects confidentiality and integrity with no impact on availability. The scope of the vulnerability is changed, indicating a potential impact beyond the vulnerable component. No specific affected versions or patches are currently detailed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to the execution of arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim's browser, potentially allowing attackers to steal sensitive information or perform actions on behalf of the user. The confidentiality and integrity of the affected system could be compromised. There is no indication of availability impact. The vulnerability requires user interaction and has not been reported as exploited in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since this is a cloud service, the vendor typically manages remediation server-side. Monitor Adobe's official advisories for updates and apply any provided fixes promptly. Until a fix is available, consider limiting exposure by controlling access and educating users about the risks of clicking untrusted links.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-21T15:28:38.130Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a568f2568715ace43148c57
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 19:33:57 UTC
Last enriched: 07/21/2026, 22:17:22 UTC
Last updated: 08/25/2026, 22:52:11 UTC
Views: 44
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