erzhongxmu JEEWMS UEditor getContent.jsp cross site scripting

Successful exploitation of CVE-2026-3027 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code within the context of a user's browser session. This can lead to a variety of malicious actions, including session hijacking, credential theft, and defacement of the web application. The attacker could potentially gain access to sensitive data stored within the JEEWMS system or use the compromised application as a launchpad for further attacks against the internal network. The public availability of an exploit significantly increases the likelihood of widespread exploitation, particularly against unpatched instances.

Organizations utilizing JEEWMS UEditor versions 3.0 through 3.7, particularly those with publicly accessible instances, are at significant risk. Shared hosting environments where multiple users share the same JEEWMS instance are especially vulnerable, as an attacker could potentially compromise other users' accounts.

• generic web: Use curl to test the getContent.jsp endpoint with a malicious payload in the myEditor parameter. Look for reflected JavaScript code in the response.

curl 'http://<target>/plug-in/ueditor/jsp/getContent.jsp?myEditor=<script>alert(1)</script>'

• generic web: Examine access and error logs for suspicious requests targeting getContent.jsp with unusual parameters in the myEditor field. • generic web: Check response headers for signs of XSS activity (e.g., unusual Content-Security-Policy directives).

1. 2026-02-23Disclosure

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1. Gereserveerd2026-02-23
2. Gepubliceerd2026-02-23
3. Gewijzigd2026-02-25
4. EPSS bijgewerkt2026-03-23

The primary mitigation for CVE-2026-3027 is to upgrade JEEWMS to a version that addresses the vulnerability. Unfortunately, no patched version is currently available. As a workaround, implement strict input validation on the 'myEditor' argument in 'getContent.jsp' to sanitize user-supplied data and prevent the injection of malicious scripts. Consider using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with XSS protection rules to filter out potentially malicious requests. Regularly review and update security policies to ensure they address emerging threats.