CVE-2026-23609
Received Received - Intake
Stored XSS in GFI MailEssentials Perimeter SMTP Servers UI

Publication date: 2026-02-19

Last updated on: 2026-02-20

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
GFI MailEssentials AI versions prior toΒ 22.4 contain a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the Perimeter SMTP Servers configuration page. An authenticated user can supply HTML/JavaScript in the ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$pv3$txtDescription parameter to /MailEssentials/pages/MailSecurity/PerimeterSMTPServers.aspx, which is stored and later rendered in the management interface, allowing script execution in the context of a logged-in user.
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Published
2026-02-19
Last Modified
2026-02-20
Generated
2026-05-27
AI Q&A
2026-02-19
EPSS Evaluated
2026-05-25
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Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
gfi mailessentials to 22.4 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) issue found in GFI MailEssentials AI versions prior to 22.4. It occurs on the Perimeter SMTP Servers configuration page, where an authenticated user can input malicious HTML or JavaScript code into a specific parameter. This code is then stored and later executed within the management interface when viewed by a logged-in user, potentially allowing unauthorized script execution.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

The impact of this vulnerability includes the possibility of malicious scripts running in the context of a logged-in user within the management interface. This can lead to unauthorized actions such as stealing session tokens, manipulating the interface, or performing actions on behalf of the user, potentially compromising the security and integrity of the system.


How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:

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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?

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