Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Code-Projects Employee Management System
CVE-2026-9418

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Code-projects

Status
Employee Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-9418?

A vulnerability has been identified in the Employee Management System 1.0 by Code-Projects, specifically within the /changepassemp.php file. This flaw allows for the manipulation of the 'ID' argument, leading to the potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely, enabling them to execute malicious scripts in the context of a victim’s browser. Awareness and proactive measures are crucial for users of the affected product to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Employee 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-2026-9418 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/365399
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/365399/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/813702
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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

SSL_Seven_Security_Lab_WangZhiQiang_ZhanXiuChen (VulDB User)
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