# CVE-2026-90848: ausweisapp2: A weakness has been identified in Governikus AusweisApp up to 2.5.4

CVE-2026-90848 is fixed in ausweisapp2 on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-90848 (version 2.5.5-1), released September 17, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-90848
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a
- EPSS: 0.0047
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Sep 15, 2026

## 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.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | ausweisapp2 Debian 14 | 2.5.5-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-90848](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-90848.md) | Sep 17, 2026 |

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