CVE-2026-8759: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an Expression Language Statement in xiandafu beetl
A vulnerability was identified in xiandafu beetl up to 3.20.2. Affected is an unknown function of the file beetl-classic-integration/beetl-spring-classic/src/main/java/org/beetl/ext/spring/SpELFunction.java of the component SpELFunction. The manipulation leads to improper neutralization of special elements used in an expression language statement. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit is publicly available and might be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-8759 affects the SpELFunction component in xiandafu beetl up to version 3.20.2. It arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in expression language statements, specifically in an unknown function within the file beetl-classic-integration/beetl-spring-classic/src/main/java/org/beetl/ext/spring/SpELFunction.java. This weakness allows remote exploitation without authentication or user interaction, with low complexity and low impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The project was informed early but has not provided a remediation or patch as of the published date.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to manipulate expression language statements due to improper neutralization of special elements. This can lead to potential unauthorized actions or code execution depending on the context of expression evaluation. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium), reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and low impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There are no confirmed exploits in the wild yet, but a public exploit exists.
Mitigation Recommendations
As of the current information, no official patch or remediation is available from the vendor. Users should monitor the vendor's communications for updates. Until a fix is released, consider applying workarounds such as restricting access to vulnerable components or disabling the affected functionality if feasible. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
CVE-2026-8759: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an Expression Language Statement in xiandafu beetl
Description
A vulnerability was identified in xiandafu beetl up to 3.20.2. Affected is an unknown function of the file beetl-classic-integration/beetl-spring-classic/src/main/java/org/beetl/ext/spring/SpELFunction.java of the component SpELFunction. The manipulation leads to improper neutralization of special elements used in an expression language statement. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit is publicly available and might be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
CVSS v4.0
Score 6.9medium
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-8759 affects the SpELFunction component in xiandafu beetl up to version 3.20.2. It arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in expression language statements, specifically in an unknown function within the file beetl-classic-integration/beetl-spring-classic/src/main/java/org/beetl/ext/spring/SpELFunction.java. This weakness allows remote exploitation without authentication or user interaction, with low complexity and low impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The project was informed early but has not provided a remediation or patch as of the published date.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to manipulate expression language statements due to improper neutralization of special elements. This can lead to potential unauthorized actions or code execution depending on the context of expression evaluation. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9 (medium), reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and low impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There are no confirmed exploits in the wild yet, but a public exploit exists.
Mitigation Recommendations
As of the current information, no official patch or remediation is available from the vendor. Users should monitor the vendor's communications for updates. Until a fix is released, consider applying workarounds such as restricting access to vulnerable components or disabling the affected functionality if feasible. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-16T17:44:58.119Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a09d277ec166c07b0d7091c
Added to database: 05/17/2026, 14:36:39 UTC
Last enriched: 05/24/2026, 19:27:56 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:23:00 UTC
Views: 111
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