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Case File

CVE-2026-79720

MEDIUM · CVSS 5 EPSS 0.18% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-27 · Last synced 2026-09-17

CyberRota Analysis

AI-Generated

A reflected XSS vulnerability in the Netron desktop application (versions <=9.1.2) allows attackers to exploit unsanitized node names, potentially leading to remote code execution through a Chrome n-day. This issue primarily affects users of the Netron application who utilize Chrome, as it can enable attackers to manipulate node visibility and conduct port scanning. Organizations using this software should prioritize patching to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

Detected Signals
remote code execution code execution
GitHub PoC Links

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CVE
CVE-2026-79720
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
5
EPSS
0.18%
Chrome

Original NVD Description

Reflected XSS in Netron versions <=9.1.2 on desktop application through unsanitized node names allows an attacker to hide certain nodes, perform port scanning or abuse a Chrome n-day to achieve Remote Code Execution.