CVE-2026-44227: RT: Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via URL parameters

Published Jul 20, 2026
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Updated

RT is an open source, enterprise-grade issue and ticket tracking system. Versions 6.0.0 and above, prior to 6.0.3 contain a reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker who can induce an authenticated RT user to visit a crafted URL can execute arbitrary JavaScript in that user's browser session. There are no effective workarounds. Avoid following untrusted RT URLs. This issue has been fixed in version 6.0.3.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Best Practical Solutions RT>=6.0.0<6.0.3
bestpractical Request Tracker>=6.0.0<6.0.3

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade RT to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.3

Event History

Jul 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:32 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-44227?

CVE-2026-44227 has a medium severity score of 6.1.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-44227?

To fix CVE-2026-44227, upgrade to Best Practical Solutions RT version 6.0.3 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-44227?

CVE-2026-44227 is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-44227?

CVE-2026-44227 affects authenticated users of Best Practical Solutions RT versions 6.0.0 to 6.0.2.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2026-44227?

An attacker can execute arbitrary JavaScript in the browser of an authenticated RT user by tricking them into visiting a crafted URL.

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