CVE-2026-8496: A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Alinto SOGo, version 5.12.7

Published May 13, 2026
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Updated

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Alinto SOGo, version 5.12.7. A maliciously crafted ICS calendar invitation files allows arbitrary JavaScript execution within the authenticated SOGo webmail session. The issue occurs because SVG content embedded in the description field of an ICS file, with an onrepeat event handler, is insufficiently sanitized before being rendered in the webmail interface. A remote attacker can execute JavaScript in the victim's browser when the malicious calendar invite is viewed. Successful exploitation may allow mailbox access, email and contact theft, session hijacking, and other actions allowed by an authenticated user.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Alinto SOGo=5.12.7
debian/sogo<=5.0.1-4+deb11u1, <=5.0.1-4+deb11u3, <=5.8.0-2+deb12u2, <=5.12.1-3+deb13u1
5.8.0-2+deb12u35.12.1-3+deb13u25.12.9-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/sogo to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.8.0-2+deb12u3Fixed in 5.12.1-3+deb13u2Fixed in 5.12.9-1

Event History

May 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:02 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:17 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Jul 7, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:34 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·01:35 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-8496?

CVE-2026-8496 is classified as a high severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-8496?

To fix CVE-2026-8496, upgrade Alinto SOGo to version 5.12.8 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-8496?

CVE-2026-8496 affects users of Alinto SOGo version 5.12.7.

4

What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2026-8496?

CVE-2026-8496 allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript within an authenticated SOGo webmail session.

5

Can CVE-2026-8496 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2026-8496 can be exploited remotely through malicious ICS calendar invitation files.

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