CVE-2026-73042: SiYuan before v3.7.4 Remote Code Execution via Menu Metadata

Published Aug 15, 2026
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Updated

SiYuan before v3.7.4 fails to properly escape database menu metadata in HTML interpolation, allowing stored values to execute script when users open group, view, or field-edit menus. Attackers can inject markup through field descriptions or names that close containing elements and execute arbitrary code via event handlers, reaching Node built-ins due to Electron's insecure configuration.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SiYuan SiYuan<3.7.4

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade SiYuan to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.7.4

Event History

Aug 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-73042?

CVE-2026-73042 has a severity rating of critical, with a score of 9.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-73042?

To fix CVE-2026-73042, upgrade SiYuan to version 3.7.4 or later.

3

What type of attack can CVE-2026-73042 enable?

CVE-2026-73042 can enable remote code execution via script injection through improperly escaped HTML.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2026-73042?

CVE-2026-73042 affects all versions of SiYuan before v3.7.4.

5

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2026-73042?

Exploiting CVE-2026-73042 allows attackers to execute arbitrary scripts when users interact with specific menus.

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