CVE-2026-17162
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Stored XSS in WowStore WooCommerce Plugin

Publication date: 2026-07-29

Last updated on: 2026-07-29

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The WowStore – Store Builder & Product Blocks for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'currentPostId' Block Attribute in all versions up to, and including, 4.4.24 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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.

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Published
2026-07-29
Last Modified
2026-07-29
Generated
2026-07-29
AI Q&A
2026-07-29
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-17162
EUVD
EUVD-2026-50099

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Vendor Product Version / Range
woocommerce store_builder to 4.4.24 (inc)

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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

The WowStore plugin for WordPress has a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the 'currentPostId' block attribute. This allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts into pages.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, inspect WordPress sites using the WowStore plugin version 4.4.24 or lower. Check for malicious scripts in pages where the 'currentPostId' block attribute is used. Review contributor-level user roles for unauthorized edits.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could inject scripts that execute when users access infected pages, potentially stealing user data, session cookies, or performing actions on their behalf. This requires only contributor-level access, making it easier to exploit.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to user data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face compliance penalties if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WowStore plugin to the latest version beyond 4.4.24 immediately. Remove or restrict contributor-level access to untrusted users to prevent exploitation. Regularly scan WordPress installations for suspicious scripts or unauthorized changes.

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