CVE-2026-62084
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Stored XSS in User Submitted Posts WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-30

Last updated on: 2026-09-30

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Jeff Starr User Submitted Posts allows Stored XSS. This issue affects User Submitted Posts: from n/a through 20260810.

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Published
2026-09-30
Last Modified
2026-09-30
Generated
2026-09-30
AI Q&A
2026-09-30
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-62084
EUVD
EUVD-2026-89958

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
jeff_starr user_submitted_posts to 20260810 (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 a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Jeff Starr User Submitted Posts plugin. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages that are then stored and served to other users. The flaw occurs due to improper neutralization of user input during web page generation.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is a Stored XSS issue in the User Submitted Posts plugin by Jeff Starr. To detect it, inspect web forms or input fields where user content is stored and later rendered without proper sanitization. Check plugin versions and look for suspicious JavaScript payloads in stored user inputs or database entries.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal user sessions, redirect users to malicious sites, or deface web pages. Users with access to the plugin could execute actions on behalf of other users, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or modifications.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to data breaches, violating GDPR's integrity and confidentiality requirements. For HIPAA, it may expose protected health information, risking compliance with security rules. Organizations could face fines or penalties for failing to protect user data.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the User Submitted Posts plugin to the latest version to address the XSS vulnerability. If an update is not available, consider disabling the plugin temporarily until a patch is released.

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