CVE-2026-76569
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Phoca Download Reflected XSS via Search Parameter

Publication date: 2026-08-20

Last updated on: 2026-08-20

Assigner: Joomla! Project

Description
Joomla Extension - phoca.cz - Reflected XSS via the search GET parameter in Phoca Download 5.0.0-6.1.4

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Published
2026-08-20
Last Modified
2026-08-20
Generated
2026-08-20
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2026-08-20
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-76569
EUVD
EUVD-2026-63211

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Vendor Product Version / Range
phoca download to 6.1.4 (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 reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Phoca Download Joomla extension versions 5.0.0 to 6.1.4. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts via the search GET parameter, which are then reflected back to users in the web page response.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal user session cookies, perform actions on behalf of users, or redirect users to malicious websites. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or account compromise for users of the affected Joomla site.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or disclosure, violating GDPR's data protection principles and HIPAA's security requirements for safeguarding protected health information. Organizations may face compliance violations and penalties if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Phoca Download to the latest version to patch the reflected XSS vulnerability in the search parameter. If an update is unavailable, disable the search functionality or restrict user input validation to prevent malicious payloads.

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