CVE-2026-32356
DOM-Based XSS in Robo Gallery ≤ 5.1.2 Enables Code Injection
Publication date: 2026-03-13
Last updated on: 2026-03-13
Assigner: Patchstack
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| robosoft | robo_gallery | to 5.1.2 (inc) |
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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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-32356 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the WordPress Robo Gallery Plugin versions up to and including 5.1.2.
This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts—such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads—into a website, which execute when visitors access the compromised site.
Exploitation requires user interaction by a privileged user with at least Contributor or Developer roles, who must perform an action like clicking a malicious link, visiting a crafted page, or submitting a form.
The issue is classified under OWASP Top 10 category A3: Injection and has a CVSS severity score of 6.5, indicating a moderate risk level.
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 privileged users, the risk is somewhat limited but still significant if such users are tricked into performing malicious actions.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
I don't know
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The primary and immediate mitigation step is to update the Robo Gallery WordPress plugin to version 5.1.3 or later, where this vulnerability has been patched.
If immediate updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin temporarily or restricting access to users with Contributor or Developer roles who might trigger the vulnerability.
Enabling auto-update options for the plugin can also provide rapid protection against this and similar vulnerabilities.