CVE-2026-42558: Xibo Vulnerable to Stored XSS and Iframe Sandbox Escape via Data Connector Script in DataSet
Xibo is an open source digital signage platform with a web content management system and Windows display player software. Prior to 4.4.2, a vulnerability chain consisting of Stored XSS and Iframe Sandbox escape in the Xibo CMS allows users with DataSet permissions to use the Data Connector functionality to craft messages which escape the sandbox and facilitate XSS. Exploitation of the vulnerability is possible on behalf of an authorized user who has both of the following privileges, which are not granted to non-admins as standard: Include "Add DataSet" button to allow for additional DataSets to be created independently to Layouts Users should upgrade to version 4.4.2 which fixes this issue. Upgrading to a fixed version is necessary to remediate. Users unable to upgrade should revoke such privileges from users they do not trust.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Xibo CMSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.4.2 - Configuration
Revoke DataSet permissions from any users you do not trust to prevent use of the Data Connector functionality until you can upgrade to 4.4.2.
Xibo CMS DataSet permissions = revoke from untrusted users - Configuration
Remove or revoke the "Include 'Add DataSet' button to allow for additional DataSets to be created independently to Layouts" privilege from users you do not trust until the system is upgraded to 4.4.2.
Xibo CMS Include "Add DataSet" button privilege = disabled for untrusted users
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-42558?
The severity of CVE-2026-42558 is high with a score of 7.6.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42558?
To fix CVE-2026-42558, upgrade to Xibo CMS version 4.4.2 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-42558?
CVE-2026-42558 is a stored XSS vulnerability combined with an iframe sandbox escape.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-42558?
Users with DataSet permissions in Xibo CMS versions prior to 4.4.2 are affected by CVE-2026-42558.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-42558?
The potential impacts of CVE-2026-42558 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and exploitation through malicious scripts.