What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in wpeverest User Registration user-registration allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects User Registration: from n/a through <= 5.1.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
User Registration versions 5.1.5 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. An attacker can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by a site user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser to steal session cookies, credentials, or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
User accounts and site data are at risk if visitors click malicious links; attackers can impersonate users and modify site content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
The victim must visit a malicious link or page controlled by the attacker while logged into the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
April 29, 2026
CVE published
May 12, 2026
Record updated