CVE-2026-76333: The software does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. in Splunk Splunk Enterprise
CVE-2026-76333 is a high-severity vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise versions below 10.4.2, 10.2.6, 10.0.9, and 9.4.14. It allows a user with the 'power' Splunk role to store a crafted URL in a Dashboard Studio workflow action, which can lead to execution of attacker-controlled JavaScript in the browsers of other authenticated users who trigger the action. This cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of workflow-action URLs. Exploitation requires social engineering to trick users into initiating the malicious request. The vulnerability could expose sensitive data or actions accessible through Splunk Web to affected users.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
In Splunk Enterprise versions prior to 10.4.2, 10.2.6, 10.0.9, and 9.4.14, a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in Dashboard Studio. A user with the 'power' role can embed a malicious URL in a workflow action. When another authenticated user selects this action and continues, the embedded JavaScript executes in their browser context. This occurs because Dashboard Studio does not properly neutralize or validate user-controllable input before rendering it in web pages served to other users. The vulnerability requires user interaction via phishing to trigger the malicious script execution. The 'power' role user cannot exploit this vulnerability directly without tricking others.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attacker-controlled JavaScript to run in the browsers of authenticated users, potentially exposing sensitive data or enabling unauthorized actions within Splunk Web. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H). However, exploitation requires social engineering and a user with the 'power' role to store the malicious payload.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict the assignment of the 'power' role to trusted users only and educate users about phishing risks. Monitor Splunk documentation and advisories for updates on patches addressing this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-76333: The software does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. in Splunk Splunk Enterprise
Description
CVE-2026-76333 is a high-severity vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise versions below 10.4.2, 10.2.6, 10.0.9, and 9.4.14. It allows a user with the 'power' Splunk role to store a crafted URL in a Dashboard Studio workflow action, which can lead to execution of attacker-controlled JavaScript in the browsers of other authenticated users who trigger the action. This cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of workflow-action URLs. Exploitation requires social engineering to trick users into initiating the malicious request. The vulnerability could expose sensitive data or actions accessible through Splunk Web to affected users.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.1high
Affected software
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
In Splunk Enterprise versions prior to 10.4.2, 10.2.6, 10.0.9, and 9.4.14, a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in Dashboard Studio. A user with the 'power' role can embed a malicious URL in a workflow action. When another authenticated user selects this action and continues, the embedded JavaScript executes in their browser context. This occurs because Dashboard Studio does not properly neutralize or validate user-controllable input before rendering it in web pages served to other users. The vulnerability requires user interaction via phishing to trigger the malicious script execution. The 'power' role user cannot exploit this vulnerability directly without tricking others.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attacker-controlled JavaScript to run in the browsers of authenticated users, potentially exposing sensitive data or enabling unauthorized actions within Splunk Web. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H). However, exploitation requires social engineering and a user with the 'power' role to store the malicious payload.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict the assignment of the 'power' role to trusted users only and educate users about phishing risks. Monitor Splunk documentation and advisories for updates on patches addressing this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- cisco
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-19T12:02:03.627Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a862255acd9273b49a6fe44
Added to database: 08/19/2026, 21:38:29 UTC
Last enriched: 08/19/2026, 22:37:04 UTC
Last updated: 08/19/2026, 22:37:04 UTC
Views: 3
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