How severe is CVE-2026-4973?

CVE-2026-4973 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-2026-4973 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (15th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-4973?

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

Does CVE-2026-4973 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-4973 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-16807.

When was CVE-2026-4973 published?

CVE-2026-4973 was published on 2026-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-4973

CVE-2026-4973 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% (15th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-16807
Weakness: CWE-79
Published: 2026-03-27
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was detected in SourceCodester Online Quiz System up to 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file endpoint/add-question.php. Performing a manipulation of the argument quiz_question results in cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-4973?: A vulnerability was detected in SourceCodester Online Quiz System up to 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file endpoint/add-question.php. Performing a manipulation of the argument quiz_question results in cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.
How severe is CVE-2026-4973?: CVE-2026-4973 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-2026-4973 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (15th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-4973?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-4973 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-4973 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-16807.
When was CVE-2026-4973 published?: CVE-2026-4973 was published on 2026-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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