What the vulnerability does
01Description
The E2Pdf – Export Pdf Tool for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'id' attribute of the `e2pdf-download` shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.32.17. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on the shortcode attribute. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The E2Pdf plugin for WordPress contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting versions up to 1.32.17. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of other site visitors, potentially compromising their sessions or stealing data. The vulnerability has scope change, meaning the impact extends beyond the plugin itself to affect other site components.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers when they view affected pages.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' sessions could be hijacked, credentials stolen, or malware injected into the site.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 8, 2026
CVE published
May 8, 2026
Record updated
