How severe is CVE-2026-4494?

CVE-2026-4494 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-4494 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-4494?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2026-4494 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-4494 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-13756.

When was CVE-2026-4494 published?

CVE-2026-4494 was published on 2026-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-4494

CVE-2026-4494 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5. 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: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.5)
CVSS v2: 4.0
CVSS v4: 2.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-13756
Weakness: CWE-79
Published: 2026-03-20
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was identified in atjiu pybbs 6.0.0. This affects the function create of the file src/main/java/co/yiiu/pybbs/controller/api/TopicApiController.java. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is publicly available and might be used.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-4494?: A vulnerability was identified in atjiu pybbs 6.0.0. This affects the function create of the file src/main/java/co/yiiu/pybbs/controller/api/TopicApiController.java. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is publicly available and might be used.
How severe is CVE-2026-4494?: CVE-2026-4494 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-4494 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-4494?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-4494 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-4494 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-13756.
When was CVE-2026-4494 published?: CVE-2026-4494 was published on 2026-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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