CVE-2026-4973
CWE-79Published: March 27, 2026· Updated: Mar 30, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability was detected in SourceCodester Online Quiz System up to 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file endpoint/add-question.php. Performing a manipulation of the argument quiz_question results in cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-4973 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.
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-2026-4973 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts