CVE-2026-42879

CVE-2026-42879 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. 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-94.

Key facts

Description

FacturaScripts is an open source accounting and invoicing software. In 2025.81 and earlier, an authenticated unrestricted file upload vulnerability exists in FacturaScripts' product image upload functionality. An attacker with valid credentials can upload a PHP file disguised as a GIF image (using a GIF89a header), bypassing MIME type validation. The file is stored with its original extension, including executable extensions such as .php. The vulnerability exists the addImageAction() method of Core/Lib/ExtendedController/ProductImagesTrait.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-42879?
FacturaScripts is an open source accounting and invoicing software. In 2025.81 and earlier, an authenticated unrestricted file upload vulnerability exists in FacturaScripts' product image upload functionality. An attacker with valid credentials can upload a PHP file disguised as a GIF image (using a GIF89a header), bypassing MIME type validation. The file is stored with its original extension, including executable extensions such as .php. The vulnerability exists the addImageAction() method of Core/Lib/ExtendedController/ProductImagesTrait.php.
How severe is CVE-2026-42879?
CVE-2026-42879 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2026-42879 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42879?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-42879 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-42879 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-32626.
When was CVE-2026-42879 published?
CVE-2026-42879 was published on 2026-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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