CVE-2026-76573
Received Received - Intake

Stored XSS in Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-05

Last updated on: 2026-09-05

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'not_found' Shortcode Attribute in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.9.1 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
2026-09-05
Last Modified
2026-09-05
Generated
2026-09-05
AI Q&A
2026-09-05
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-76573
EUVD
EUVD-2026-71941

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Vendor Product Version / Range
pods custom_content_types_and_fields to 3.3.9.1 (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 vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) flaw in the Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields WordPress plugin. It allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts via the 'not_found' shortcode attribute. The issue arises due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping, enabling script execution when users access compromised pages.

Detection Guidance

Check WordPress plugins for 'Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields' version 3.3.9.1 or lower. Inspect pages for injected scripts in the 'not_found' shortcode attribute. Use WordPress admin panel to review plugin versions and recent changes.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to steal sensitive user data, hijack sessions, or perform actions on behalf of users. It may also deface websites or redirect users to malicious sites. The impact depends on the attacker's goals and the site's user base.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA by enabling unauthorized access to personal data. GDPR requires protecting user data, and HIPAA mandates safeguarding health information. A successful XSS attack may result in data breaches, triggering regulatory penalties and legal consequences.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the 'Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields' plugin to the latest version. Remove or disable the plugin if updates are unavailable. Restrict contributor-level access to prevent unauthorized script injection.

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