How severe is CVE-2026-6161?

CVE-2026-6161 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-2026-6161 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (17th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-6161?

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-2026-6161 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-6161 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-21854.

When was CVE-2026-6161 published?

CVE-2026-6161 was published on 2026-04-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-6161

CVE-2026-6161 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% (17th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-21854
Weakness: CWE-74
Published: 2026-04-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was determined in code-projects Simple ChatBox up to 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file /chatbox/insert.php of the component Endpoint. Executing a manipulation of the argument msg can lead to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-6161?: A vulnerability was determined in code-projects Simple ChatBox up to 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file /chatbox/insert.php of the component Endpoint. Executing a manipulation of the argument msg can lead to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized.
How severe is CVE-2026-6161?: CVE-2026-6161 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-2026-6161 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (17th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-6161?: 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-2026-6161 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-6161 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-21854.
When was CVE-2026-6161 published?: CVE-2026-6161 was published on 2026-04-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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