CVE-2026-78997: uc-browser-android · Cross-site Scripting
Affects uc-browser-androidSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 9.3 Critical.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 13:47 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 33% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:NExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 8 Sep 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Alpineuc/uc-browser-androidpkg:apk/uc/uc-browser-androidOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
Users should exercise caution when interacting with URLs hosted on UC-owned domains and avoid dismissing unexpected login dialogs. Monitor the vendor's advisory channels for updates and apply any official patches once released.
Description
UC Browser for Android version 13.7.8.1314 contains a critical Universal Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of any origin by leveraging a reflected XSS on a UC-owned domain combined with the browser's internal JavaScript bridge. The attack involves registering a deferred callback, navigating the victim's tab to a target site, and executing attacker-controlled code when a login dialog is dismissed.