CVE-2026-7012: MaxSite CMS Redirect Plugin cross site scripting
A vulnerability was detected in MaxSite CMS up to 109.3. This affects an unknown part of the component Redirect Plugin. The manipulation of the argument fall/fall404 results in cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used. Upgrading to version 109.4 is able to mitigate this issue. The patch is identified as 8a3946bd0a54bfb72a4d57179fcd253f2c550cd7. You should upgrade the affected component. The vendor was informed early about this issue. They classify it as a "Self-XSS". They deployed a countermeasure: "Nevertheless, we consider this a violation of secure coding standards. The lack of filtering via htmlspecialchars() has already been fixed in the latest patch to prevent incorrect data display."
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
MaxSite CMS Redirect Pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 109.4 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Patch 8a3946bd0a54bfb72a4d57179fcd253f2c550cd7
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-7012?
CVE-2026-7012 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2026-7012?
To fix CVE-2026-7012, update the MaxSite CMS Redirect Plugin to version 109.4 or later.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2026-7012?
CVE-2026-7012 can be exploited through cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks to manipulate the application.
Which versions of MaxSite CMS are affected by CVE-2026-7012?
CVE-2026-7012 affects all versions of MaxSite CMS Redirect Plugin up to and including 109.3.
Is remote exploitation possible with CVE-2026-7012?
Yes, CVE-2026-7012 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts.