CVE-2026-24980
Reflected XSS in NooTheme Visionary Core
Publication date: 2026-03-25
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| nootheme | visionary_core | to 1.4.9 (inc) |
| nootheme | visionary_core | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.4.9 (inc) |
| nootheme | visionary_core | 1.5.0 |
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Exploitability
| 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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-24980 is a medium severity Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the WordPress Visionary Core Plugin versions up to and including 1.4.9.
This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts—such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads—into websites. These scripts execute when visitors access the compromised site.
Exploitation requires user interaction by a privileged user, such as clicking a malicious link, visiting a crafted page, or submitting a form.
The vulnerability falls under the OWASP Top 10 category A3: Injection, specifically Cross Site Scripting.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts on your website, which can lead to unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads.
Such attacks can compromise the integrity and trustworthiness of your website, potentially harming your users and damaging your reputation.
Since exploitation requires interaction by a privileged user, attackers may trick administrators or other high-privilege users into triggering the malicious scripts.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability is a reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WordPress Visionary Core Plugin up to version 1.4.9. Detection typically involves identifying malicious script injections in web page responses or monitoring for suspicious user interactions that trigger script execution.
While no specific commands are provided in the available resources, common detection methods include using web vulnerability scanners that test for reflected XSS by sending crafted payloads and analyzing responses for script execution.
Additionally, monitoring web server logs for unusual URL parameters or unexpected script tags in HTTP responses can help detect exploitation attempts.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The primary mitigation step is to update the Visionary Core Plugin to version 1.5.0 or later, where the vulnerability has been patched.
If immediate updating is not possible, applying the automatic mitigation rule provided by Patchstack to block attacks can help reduce risk.
Users are also advised to seek assistance from their hosting provider or web developer to implement temporary protections or apply the update.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
CVE-2026-24980 is a reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into websites, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of user data.
Such vulnerabilities can lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of sensitive information, which may result in non-compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA that require safeguarding personal and health-related data.
Therefore, if exploited, this vulnerability could negatively impact compliance by exposing user data to attackers, violating principles of data security and privacy mandated by these standards.
Mitigation by updating to the patched plugin version 1.5.0 or later is essential to maintain compliance and reduce risk.