Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability in SourceCodester Class and Exam Timetabling System
CVE-2026-16486

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Class And Exam Timetabling System
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 July 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-16486?

A vulnerability exists in SourceCodester's Class and Exam Timetabling System 1.0 within the /BSIS.php file. This vulnerability enables an attacker to manipulate the 'day' argument, which can lead to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. Since the exploit can be initiated remotely, it poses a significant threat to users and businesses utilizing this system. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, increasing its potential for exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Class and Exam Timetabling System 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-2026-16486 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/380944
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/380944/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-16486
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

HackFive (VulDB User)
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