How severe is CVE-2026-5828?

CVE-2026-5828 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.

Is CVE-2026-5828 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-5828?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-5828 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-5828 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-20821.

When was CVE-2026-5828 published?

CVE-2026-5828 was published on 2026-04-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-5828

CVE-2026-5828 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-74.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
CVSS v2: 7.5
CVSS v4: 5.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-20821
Weakness: CWE-74
Published: 2026-04-09
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was found in code-projects Simple IT Discussion Forum 1.0. The affected element is an unknown function of the file /functions/addcomment.php. The manipulation of the argument postid results in sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been made public and could be used.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-5828?: A vulnerability was found in code-projects Simple IT Discussion Forum 1.0. The affected element is an unknown function of the file /functions/addcomment.php. The manipulation of the argument postid results in sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been made public and could be used.
How severe is CVE-2026-5828?: CVE-2026-5828 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2026-5828 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5828?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-5828 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-5828 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-20821.
When was CVE-2026-5828 published?: CVE-2026-5828 was published on 2026-04-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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