CVE-2026-40806
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Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-06

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in Blog, Posts and Category Filter for Elementor <= 2.1.0 versions.

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Published
2026-10-06
Last Modified
2026-10-06
Generated
2026-10-19
AI Q&A
2026-10-06
EPSS Evaluated
2026-10-18
NVD
CVE-2026-40806
EUVD
EUVD-2026-93043

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Plugin Devs Blog, Posts and Category Filter for Elementor n/a

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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 an Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the Blog, Posts and Category Filter plugin for Elementor versions up to and including 2.1.0. XSS allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users without needing authentication.

Detection Guidance

To detect this XSS vulnerability in Blog, Posts and Category Filter for Elementor <= 2.1.0, inspect web application inputs for unsanitized user-supplied data in Elementor plugin fields. Check HTTP requests to Elementor-related endpoints for reflective or stored XSS payloads like <script>alert(1)</script>. Review server logs for unusual input patterns.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal user session cookies, redirect users to malicious sites, or perform actions on behalf of users. This could lead to account takeovers, data theft, or unauthorized actions if users interact with the compromised content.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability is an Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) flaw in Elementor <= 2.1.0. XSS vulnerabilities can potentially allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users. This could lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation, which may impact compliance with standards like GDPR (data protection) or HIPAA (healthcare data privacy) if sensitive user data is compromised.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Blog, Posts and Category Filter for Elementor plugin to the latest version, as the vulnerability affects versions <= 2.1.0.

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