CVE-2021-28088
CVE-2021-28088 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Impresscms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
- CVSS v2: 3.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (54th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-79
- Affected product: Impresscms
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) in modules/content/admin/content.php in ImpressCMS profile 1.4.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML parameters through the "Display Name" field.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-28088?
- Cross-site scripting (XSS) in modules/content/admin/content.php in ImpressCMS profile 1.4.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML parameters through the "Display Name" field.
- How severe is CVE-2021-28088?
- CVE-2021-28088 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2021-28088 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-28088?
- CVE-2021-28088 affects Impresscms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-28088?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2021-28088 published?
- CVE-2021-28088 was published on 2021-03-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:impresscms:impresscms:1.4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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