CVE-2026-33276: XSS in Unified Search via Unescaped Host/Service Names

Published Mar 31, 2026
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Updated

Stored cross-site scripting (XSS) in Checkmk 2.5.0 (beta) before 2.5.0b2 allows authenticated users with permission to create hosts or services to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the browsers of other users performing searches in the Unified Search feature.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Checkmk Checkmk<2.5.0b2
Checkmk Checkmk=2.5.0-b1

Event History

Mar 31, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:44 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33276?

CVE-2026-33276 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33276?

To fix CVE-2026-33276, upgrade Checkmk to version 2.5.0b2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-33276?

Authenticated users with permission to create hosts or services in Checkmk versions prior to 2.5.0b2 are affected by CVE-2026-33276.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-33276?

CVE-2026-33276 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2026-33276?

CVE-2026-33276 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the browsers of users who perform searches in the Unified Search feature.

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