CVE-2026-41653
Cross-Site Scripting in BentoPDF Markdown to PDF Tool
Publication date: 2026-05-07
Last updated on: 2026-05-07
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| alam00000 | bentopdf | to 2.8.3 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| 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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How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript, potentially impacting the confidentiality of the system. This could lead to unauthorized access or exposure of sensitive data, which may affect compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA that require safeguarding personal and sensitive information.
However, the provided information does not explicitly discuss compliance impacts or specific regulatory consequences related to this vulnerability.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate the vulnerability CVE-2026-41653 in BentoPDF, you should immediately upgrade BentoPDF to version 2.8.3 or later.
This update addresses the stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that affects all prior versions up to and including 2.8.2.
Additionally, it is recommended to apply stricter reviews for untrusted input handling, use automated scanning in continuous integration (CI) pipelines, and respond quickly to any new vulnerability reports.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-41653 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in BentoPDF versions prior to 2.8.3. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in certain situations when using the Markdown to PDF tool within BentoPDF. The issue arises due to improper neutralization of user input and incorrect encoding or escaping of output during web page generation.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript remotely without requiring any privileges. The attack requires user interaction and can compromise the confidentiality of the system using BentoPDF. However, it does not directly affect the integrity or availability of the system.