CVE-2026-48952: Joomla! Core - [20260706] - XSS in com_installer

Published Jul 7, 2026
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Updated

Lack of escaping leads to an XSS vulnerability in the update list view of cominstaller.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Joomla! Core
Joomla Joomla\!>=4.0.0<5.4.7
Joomla Joomla\!>=6.0.0<6.1.2

Event History

Jul 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:33 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-48952?

CVE-2026-48952 is rated with a risk score of 32.

2

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-48952?

CVE-2026-48952 is an XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) vulnerability.

3

How does CVE-2026-48952 affect Joomla! Core?

CVE-2026-48952 affects Joomla! Core by allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts through a lack of escaping in the update list view of com_installer.

4

How do I fix CVE-2026-48952?

To fix CVE-2026-48952, update Joomla! Core to the latest patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.

5

When was CVE-2026-48952 published?

CVE-2026-48952 was published on July 7, 2026.

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