CVE-2026-28272: Kiteworks Email Protection Gateway has a Cross-site Scripting vulnerability

Published Feb 27, 2026
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Updated

Kiteworks is a private data network (PDN). Prior to version 9.2.0, a vulnerability in Kiteworks Email Protection Gateway allows authenticated administrators to inject malicious scripts through a configuration interface. The stored script executes when users interact with the affected user interface. Version 9.2.0 contains a patch for the issue.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Kiteworks Email Protection Gateway<9.2.0
Accellion Kiteworks<9.2.0

Event History

Feb 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:22 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 23, 58145
Event
via FIRST·04:25 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-28272?

CVE-2026-28272 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for Cross-site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-28272?

To fix CVE-2026-28272, upgrade the Kiteworks Email Protection Gateway to version 9.2.0 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-28272?

Authenticated administrators using Kiteworks Email Protection Gateway versions prior to 9.2.0 are affected by CVE-2026-28272.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-28272?

CVE-2026-28272 is a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2026-28272 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2026-28272 can potentially be exploited by authenticated users through the configuration interface of the affected software.

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