CVE-2026-90848 Details
Description
A weakness has been identified in Governikus AusweisApp up to 2.5.4. Affected is an unknown function of the component StartPAOSResponse Handler. Executing a manipulation of the argument ResultMessage can lead to cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. Upgrading to version 2.5.5 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. This CVE was requested by the vendor.
A cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in Governikus AusweisApp versions prior to 2.5.4. The issue arises in an unknown function within the StartPAOSResponse Handler component. By manipulating the ResultMessage argument, an attacker can execute a cross-site scripting attack remotely. Upgrading to version 2.5.5 addresses this vulnerability.
Users are advised to upgrade to Governikus AusweisApp version 2.5.5 to address this vulnerability.
Metrics
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed Sep 15, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 16, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-90848 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/submit/925923 | [email protected] | Issue TrackingPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/403403 | [email protected] | AdvisoryPermission Required |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/403403/cti | [email protected] | Content Wall |
| https://www.Governikus.de/loesungen/kundenprojekte/AusweisApp/ | [email protected] | Vendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-79 | Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') | [email protected] |
| CWE-94 | Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Governikus AusweisApp | <= 2.5.4 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 15, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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