Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability in Code-Projects Task Management System
CVE-2026-86181

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Code-projects

Status
Task Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 September 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-86181?

A vulnerability in the User Profile Update component of the Code-Projects Task Management System 1.0 allows for cross site scripting (XSS) attacks through improper handling of the 'lname' parameter in the /user/UpdateUserProfile.php file. This weakness can be exploited remotely, potentially allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. With the exploit being public, it poses a significant risk if left unaddressed.

Affected Version(s)

Task Management 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-2026-86181 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/399313
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/399313/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-86181
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
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

AhmadMarzouk (VulDB User)
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