CVE-2026-44401: Typemill CMS 2.x Persistent XSS via Markdown javascript URI

Published Aug 10, 2026
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Updated

Typemill CMS version 2.x contains a persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability in the Markdown parser extension that allows authenticated users with theme-configuration access to inject malicious JavaScript URIs by supplying unsanitized href values in Markdown links. Attackers can craft Markdown links using the javascript: scheme through ParsedownExtension.php or TwigMarkdownExtension.php, storing a persistent payload that executes in the browser of every visitor who clicks the link, enabling session cookie theft, authenticated request forgery, and credential harvesting.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Typemill CMS>=2.0<=2.x

Event History

Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-44401?

The severity of CVE-2026-44401 is rated as medium with a score of 4.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-44401?

To fix CVE-2026-44401, update Typemill CMS to the latest version where the vulnerability is patched.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-44401?

CVE-2026-44401 affects authenticated users of Typemill CMS version 2.x with theme-configuration access.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-44401?

CVE-2026-44401 is classified as a persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2026-44401?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2026-44401 to inject malicious JavaScript URIs into Markdown links, compromising the application.

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