What the vulnerability does
01Description
The LifePress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'n' parameter of the lp_update_mds AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.2. This is due to the `wp_ajax_nopriv_lp_update_mds` action being registered without nonce verification or capability checks, combined with insufficient input sanitization and output escaping when the series name is rendered in the admin settings page. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
LifePress versions 2.2.2 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. The vulnerability can be exploited over the network without authentication or user interaction. Affected sites may serve malicious content to visitors, potentially compromising user sessions or stealing sensitive data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers and steals session cookies or sensitive data.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' browsers may execute attacker-controlled scripts, risking credential theft and malware distribution.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 12, 2026
CVE published
May 12, 2026
Record updated
