DotNetNuke 9.5 contains a persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows normal users to upload malicious XML files with executable scripts through journal tools. Attackers can upload XML files with XHTML namespace scripts to execute arbitrary JavaScript in users' browsers, potentially bypassing CSRF protections and performing more damaging attacks.
CVSS v4.0 Metrics
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
ComplexityLow
RequirementsNone
PrivilegesLow
User InteractionPassive
Threat
Exploit MaturityUnreported
Vulnerable System
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
Subsequent System
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
Supplemental
SafetyNegligible
AutomatableYes
RecoveryAutomatic
Value DensityConcentrated
UrgencyMedium
Change Log
| Date | Source | Changes | Score |
|---|
| 2026-07-21 | cve.org | initial, patch: Unavailable | 1.2 |
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version |
|---|
| Dnnsoftware | DotNetNuke | ≤ 9.5 |
| dnnsoftware | dotnetnuke | ≤ 9.5.0 |
Published: 2026-02-03