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CVE-2016-20032 ZKTeco Inc. CVE debrief
CVE-2016-20032 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ZKTeco ZKAccess Security System 5.3.1. The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary HTML and script code by injecting malicious payloads through the 'holiday_name' and 'memo' POST parameters. This can compromise user browser sessions and steal sensitive information.
- Vendor
- ZKTeco Inc.
- Product
- ZKTeco ZKAccess Security System
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 5.1
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-03-16
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-06-08
- Advisory published
- 2026-03-16
- Advisory updated
- 2026-06-08
Who should care
Security teams and administrators responsible for ZKTeco ZKAccess Security System 5.3.1 should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to mitigate it.
Technical summary
The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.1 and a severity of MEDIUM. It was published on [cvePublishedAt] and last modified on [cveModifiedAt].
Defensive priority
MEDIUM
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to fix the vulnerability.
- Implement input validation and sanitization for user input to prevent XSS attacks.
- Monitor the system for suspicious activity and implement additional security measures as needed.
Evidence notes
The vulnerability was reported by an unknown vendor and has a low confidence level. The evidence includes references from various sources, including Cxsecurity, Xforce, and Packet Storm Security.
Official resources
CVE-2016-20032 was published on 2026-03-16T14:17:50.097Z and last modified on 2026-06-08T16:16:33.070Z.