How severe is CVE-2026-5542?

CVE-2026-5542 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-2026-5542 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-5542?

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

Does CVE-2026-5542 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-5542 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-19034.

When was CVE-2026-5542 published?

CVE-2026-5542 was published on 2026-04-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-5542

CVE-2026-5542 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% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-19034
Weakness: CWE-79
Published: 2026-04-05
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was determined in code-projects Simple Laundry System 1.0. Impacted is an unknown function of the file /modstaffinfo.php of the component Parameter Handler. Executing a manipulation of the argument userid can lead to cross site scripting. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-5542?: A vulnerability was determined in code-projects Simple Laundry System 1.0. Impacted is an unknown function of the file /modstaffinfo.php of the component Parameter Handler. Executing a manipulation of the argument userid can lead to cross site scripting. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.
How severe is CVE-2026-5542?: CVE-2026-5542 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-2026-5542 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5542?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-5542 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-5542 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-19034.
When was CVE-2026-5542 published?: CVE-2026-5542 was published on 2026-04-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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