CVE-2026-8726

CVE-2026-8726 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.2. 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-89.

Key facts

Description

The extension fails to properly sanitize user input before using it in a database query. As a result, an unauthenticated attacker can inject arbitrary SQL through a URL parameter on pages using the "Date Menu of news articles" plugin. Exploitation requires the "Date Menu of news articles" plugin to be in use and the TypoScript/Plugin setting disableOverrideDemand not to be enabled.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-8726?
The extension fails to properly sanitize user input before using it in a database query. As a result, an unauthenticated attacker can inject arbitrary SQL through a URL parameter on pages using the "Date Menu of news articles" plugin. Exploitation requires the "Date Menu of news articles" plugin to be in use and the TypoScript/Plugin setting disableOverrideDemand not to be enabled.
How severe is CVE-2026-8726?
CVE-2026-8726 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2026-8726 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8726?
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-2026-8726 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-8726 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-30861.
When was CVE-2026-8726 published?
CVE-2026-8726 was published on 2026-05-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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