CVE-2026-38432
Published: May 5, 2026· Updated: May 8, 2026
Official Description
ERPNext v15.103.1 and before is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in the Email Template engine. An attacker with permission to create or edit email templates can inject malicious JavaScript code that are executed on the victim's browser when the template is applied.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-38432 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-38432 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts