What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Checkout Files Upload for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in image files that will execute whenever a user accesses the injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Checkout Files Upload for WooCommerce versions up to 2.2.1 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability affects the site's scope, potentially impacting other users and components. No user interaction is required for exploitation. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 2.2.1.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that executes in users' browsers and affects other site components.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can steal customer data, redirect users, or deface checkout pages without needing site credentials.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 18, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated