CVE-2026-44831
CWE-79Published: May 26, 2026· Updated: May 26, 2026
Official Description
Snipe-IT is an IT asset/license management system. Prior to 8.4.1, users with component view access could be impacted by an unescaped notes column, resulting in cross-site scripting (XSS). This vulnerability is fixed in 8.4.1.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-44831 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-2026-44831 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts