CVE-2026-57735
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Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting in Breakdance

Publication date: 2026-07-23

Last updated on: 2026-07-23

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in Breakdance <= 2.7.1 versions.

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Published
2026-07-23
Last Modified
2026-07-23
Generated
2026-07-23
AI Q&A
2026-07-23
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-57735
EUVD
EUVD-2026-48178

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
patchstack breakdance to 2.7.2 (exc)
breakdance breakdance to 2.7.1 (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

This is an Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Breakdance WordPress plugin versions 2.7.1 and earlier. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into websites without authentication. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially causing redirects or unwanted content display.

Detection Guidance

To detect this XSS vulnerability in Breakdance <= 2.7.1, inspect web traffic for suspicious script injections in input fields or URLs. Check plugin version against 2.7.2. Use tools like Wordfence or Patchstack scanner to identify vulnerable installations.

Impact Analysis

Attackers can exploit this to run malicious scripts on your site, leading to actions like stealing user data, redirecting visitors to harmful sites, or defacing your website. Users may see unwanted content or be tricked into disclosing sensitive information.

Compliance Impact

This XSS vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or modification, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of user trust.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update Breakdance to version 2.7.2 or later. Apply Patchstack's provided mitigation rule to block attacks until updated. Remove or disable the plugin if updates are not possible.

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