CVE-2026-115950
Received Received - Intake

Stored XSS in Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor

Publication date: 2026-10-26

Last updated on: 2026-10-26

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WP Smart Widgets Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor better-post-filter-widgets-for-elementor allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor: from n/a through 1.9.1.

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Published
2026-10-26
Last Modified
2026-10-26
Generated
2026-10-26
AI Q&A
2026-10-26
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-115950
EUVD
EUVD-2026-109724

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WP Smart Widgets Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor 0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.

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Executive Summary

This is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor plugin for WordPress. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages that are stored on the server and executed when other users view those pages.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check the installed version of the Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor plugin. If it is version 1.9.1 or below, the system is vulnerable. Use WordPress admin panel or run commands like 'wp plugin list' in the WordPress directory to verify the plugin version.

Impact Analysis

Attackers can exploit this to steal visitor data, hijack user accounts, or perform actions on behalf of users. It requires user interaction like clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page. The impact includes potential data theft and unauthorized account access.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to user data, which may violate GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and user privacy. Organizations using the vulnerable plugin may face compliance risks if user data is compromised.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor plugin to version 1.9.2 or later. Enable auto-update for vulnerable plugins if using Patchstack. Remove or disable the plugin if updating is not possible.

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