CVE-2026-17149
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Stored XSS in myCred WordPress Plugin via Wrapper Shortcode

Publication date: 2026-09-09

Last updated on: 2026-09-09

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Points Management System For Gamification, Ranks, Badges, and Loyalty Rewards Program – myCred plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'wrapper' Shortcode Attribute in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.4 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
2026-09-09
Last Modified
2026-09-09
Generated
2026-09-29
AI Q&A
2026-09-09
EPSS Evaluated
2026-09-27
NVD
CVE-2026-17149
EUVD
EUVD-2026-74759

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Vendor Product Version / Range
mycred mycred to 3.2.4 (inc)

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Exploitability

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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 myCred WordPress plugin up to version 3.2.4 has a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the 'wrapper' shortcode attribute. This flaw allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts into web pages. The scripts execute when users visit the compromised pages.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability can be detected by checking for the myCred plugin version up to 3.2.4 in WordPress installations. Look for unauthorized script injections in pages using the 'wrapper' shortcode attribute. Review user roles with contributor access or higher for suspicious activity.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could steal user sessions, redirect visitors to malicious sites, or deface your WordPress site. It may also allow unauthorized actions on behalf of users if combined with other vulnerabilities.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or modification, violating GDPR's integrity and confidentiality requirements. For HIPAA, it may compromise protected health information integrity if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the myCred plugin to the latest version beyond 3.2.4. Remove or restrict contributor-level access to untrusted users. Scan WordPress sites for injected scripts in pages and posts. Monitor for unusual activity in user roles.

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