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CVE-2026-96368 Drupal CVE debrief
A Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Drupal Webform, affecting versions from 0.0.0 to 6.2.12 and 6.3.0 to 6.3.1. This issue allows for Stored XSS. The CVE record was published on 2026-10-22T01:21:43.032Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently unclassified. Defenders should assess exposure, prioritize remediation, and verify versions to mitigate potential risks. This vulnerability allows for Stored XSS attacks through user-generated content, risk of unauthorized script execution within the Webform context, and need for verification of Webform versions and exposure.
- Vendor
- Drupal
- Product
- Webform
- CVSS
- Unknown
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-10-22
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-10-22
- Advisory published
- 2026-10-22
- Advisory updated
- 2026-10-22
Who should care
Defenders responsible for Drupal installations, particularly those using the Webform module, should assess exposure and prioritize remediation. Roles include system administrators, security teams, and developers working with Drupal Webform.
Why it matters
This CVE highlights a Stored XSS vulnerability in Drupal Webform, affecting multiple versions. Defenders should assess exposure, prioritize remediation, and verify versions to mitigate potential risks.
- Potential for Stored XSS attacks through user-generated content
- Risk of unauthorized script execution within the Webform context
- Need for verification of Webform versions and exposure
- Priority for applying patches or updates to vulnerable versions
Technical summary
The Drupal Webform module is vulnerable to a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attack. This occurs due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. The vulnerability affects Webform versions from 0.0.0 to 6.2.12 and 6.3.0 to 6.3.1.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize assessment and remediation of this vulnerability in Webform installations, particularly those with user-generated content or public access.
Recommended defensive actions
- Assess exposure of Webform installations to this vulnerability
- Verify versions and apply patches or updates as available
- Monitor for potential exploitation attempts
- Implement additional security measures for user-generated content
Evidence notes
The CVE record and source item provide details on the vulnerability, but additional information on exploitation or affected systems is limited. There is no evidence of exploitation or specific affected systems. Defenders should verify Webform versions, assess exposure, and prioritize remediation. The vulnerability affects Webform versions from 0.0.0 to 6.2.12 and 6.3.0 to 6.3.1. Limited information is available on potential impacts or mitigation strategies beyond applying patches or
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-96368 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-96368
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-96368 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-96368
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Webform - Moderately critical - Cross-site scripting - SA-CONTRIB-2026-163
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/96xxx/CVE-2026-96368.json
cve_program_cvelist_v5
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://www.drupal.org/sa-contrib-2026-163
Supplemental source
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.