What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Name Directory plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'name_directory_name' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.32.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. The vulnerability was partially patched in versions 1.30.3 and 1.32.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Name Directory versions up to 1.32.1 contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. The vulnerability can affect multiple users and compromise site integrity. No user interaction is required for exploitation.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that executes in other users' browsers and affects site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can deface your site, steal user session data, or redirect visitors to malicious pages.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 11, 2026
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated