CVE-2026-42733 HIGH

CVE-2026-42733: WordPress WPCS plugin <= 1.3.1 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Vendor Realmag777
Product WPCS
Weakness CWE-79 · XSS
Published May 27, 2026
Last update May 27, 2026

CVSS base score

7.1/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required None
User interaction Required
Confidentiality Low
Integrity Low

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in RealMag777 WPCS currency-switcher allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects WPCS: from n/a through <= 1.3.1.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

WPCS versions up to 1.3.1 contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—victims must visit a crafted link or page. When exploited, attackers can steal session cookies, redirect users, or deface content. The scope is changed, meaning the impact extends beyond the vulnerable component itself.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers to steal data or redirect them.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Visitors' browsers can be compromised; session tokens and sensitive data may be stolen or site content defaced.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

May 27, 2026 CVE published
May 27, 2026 Record updated

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