CVE-2026-105078
Received Received - Intake

Stored XSS in WP Store Locator WordPress Plugin

Vulnerability report for CVE-2026-105078, including description, CVSS score, EPSS score, affected products, exploitability, helpful resources, and attack-flow context.

Publication date: 2026-10-08

Last updated on: 2026-10-08

Assigner: Patchstack

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WP Store Locator WP Store Locator wp-store-locator allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Store Locator: from n/a through 3.0.3.

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Published
2026-10-08
Last Modified
2026-10-08
Generated
2026-10-08
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2026-10-08
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
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WP Store Locator WP Store Locator 0

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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

This is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WP Store Locator plugin for WordPress. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages that are stored on the server and executed when other users view those pages. The issue affects versions up to 3.0.3.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking the installed version of the WP Store Locator plugin. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files in the /wp-content/plugins/wp-store-locator/ directory for version information. Look for versions 3.0.3 or below.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could steal visitor data, hijack user accounts, or perform actions on behalf of users. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page. Typically, a privileged user role like Contributor or Developer is needed.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could potentially impact compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by enabling attackers to inject malicious scripts that steal visitor data or hijack accounts. Stored XSS may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, violating data protection requirements under these regulations.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the WP Store Locator plugin to version 3.1.0 or later. If auto-updates are available, enable them for the plugin. Remove or restrict access for untrusted users with Contributor or Developer roles until the update is applied.

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