Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in SourceCodester Smart Attendance System
CVE-2026-127282

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Smart Attendance System With Qr Code Scanner
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 November 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-127282?

A vulnerability exists in the SourceCodester Smart Attendance System with QR Code Scanner version 1.0, specifically within the file reset_password.php. An unchecked manipulation of the 'Username' parameter enables attackers to perform cross-site scripting attacks remotely. This could lead to unauthorized access, data disclosure, or execution of malicious scripts in the context of a victim's session. The exploit has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of exploitation in the wild.

Affected Version(s)

Smart Attendance System with QR Code Scanner 1.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-127282 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/436448
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/436448/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-127282
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

yuechuya (VulDB User)
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