CVE-2026-38931
CWE-79Published: May 27, 2026· Updated: May 27, 2026
Official Description
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the /admin/config-module.php component of creatorsofcode simplephp GitHub commit 5184cff (Latest as of 2026-02-27) via injecting a crafted payload.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-38931 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
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.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-38931 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts