How severe is CVE-2026-5240?

CVE-2026-5240 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-5240 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-5240?

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

Does CVE-2026-5240 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-5240 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-17735.

When was CVE-2026-5240 published?

CVE-2026-5240 was published on 2026-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-5240

CVE-2026-5240 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.3)
CVSS v2: 5.0
CVSS v4: 2.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (25th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-17735
Weakness: CWE-79
Published: 2026-04-01
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A security vulnerability has been detected in code-projects BloodBank Managing System 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file /admin_state.php. The manipulation of the argument statename leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-5240?: A security vulnerability has been detected in code-projects BloodBank Managing System 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file /admin_state.php. The manipulation of the argument statename leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used.
How severe is CVE-2026-5240?: CVE-2026-5240 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-5240 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5240?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-5240 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-5240 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-17735.
When was CVE-2026-5240 published?: CVE-2026-5240 was published on 2026-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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