CVE-2026-3395
MediumExploitedPublic exploitMaxSite CMS MarkItUp Preview AJAX Endpoint preview-ajax.php eval code injection
Published Mar 1, 2026 · Updated Aug 12, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-3395 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.5 v4) affecting Maxsite CMS (Max-3000).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jul 9, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 2.5% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Maxsite CMS 109.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v4
5.5
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
2.5%
Higher than 84.2% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A flaw has been found in MaxSite CMS up to 109.1. This impacts the function eval of the file application/maxsite/admin/plugins/editor_markitup/preview-ajax.php of the component MarkItUp Preview AJAX Endpoint. Executing a manipulation can lead to code injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used. Upgrading to version 109.2 will fix this issue. This patch is called 08937a3c5d672a242d68f53e9fccf8a748820ef3. You should upgrade the affected component. The code maintainer was informed beforehand about the issues. He reacted very fast and highly professional.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 9, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Maxsite CMSMax-3000 | >= 109.0 | 109.2 |
Patched Releases
Maxsite CMS
109.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 1, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 9, 2026
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-74 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection')
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2026/3xxx/CVE-2026-3395.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-3395
- advisorySubmit #762169 | maxsite CMS CMS 109.1 Code Injection
- patchhttps://github.com/maxsite/cms/commit/08937a3c5d672a242d68f53e9fccf8a748820ef3
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
A flaw has been found in MaxSite CMS up to 109.1.
Affected: Maxsite CMS (Max-3000) versions >= 109.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jul 9, 2026.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Maxsite CMS 109.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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