CVE-2026-1562
Received Received - Intake

Stored XSS in Pega Platform

Publication date: 2026-07-15

Last updated on: 2026-07-15

Assigner: Pegasystems Inc.

Description
Pega Platform versions 8.1.0 through 25.1.2 are affected by an Stored Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in a user interface component. Requires a high privileged user with a developer role.

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Published
2026-07-15
Last Modified
2026-07-15
Generated
2026-07-15
AI Q&A
2026-07-15
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-1562
EUVD
EUVD-2026-44726

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Vendor Product Version / Range
pega platform From 8.1.0 (inc) to 25.1.2 (inc)

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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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Executive Summary

This is a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Pega Platform versions 8.1.0 through 25.1.2. It requires a high-privileged user with a developer role to exploit. The vulnerability allows malicious scripts to be stored on the platform and executed when other users access the affected component.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with developer access could inject malicious scripts into the platform. This could lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or session hijacking for other users accessing the compromised interface.

Compliance Impact

Stored XSS vulnerabilities can expose sensitive user data, violating GDPR's data protection requirements and HIPAA's security rules. Compliance may be impacted if user data is compromised due to this vulnerability.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires checking Pega Platform versions 8.1.0 through 25.1.2 for the presence of the XSS vulnerability. Review user roles with developer or admin access to identify potential exploitation vectors. No specific commands are provided in the resources.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply available hotfixes for versions 23.1.5, 24.1.4, and 25.1.2 or upgrade to patched versions 24.2.4, 25.1.3. Hotfixes do not require a restart and are applied proactively for Pega Cloud clients. On-premises clients should download hotfixes from My Security Hotfixes on My Pega.

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