CVE-2026-16032 — MEDIUM (6.1)

Vulnerability Description

The LWS Optimize WordPress plugin before 4.1.2 does not properly escape a value submitted through an unauthenticated analytics endpoint before storing it and rendering it in an administrative dashboard, allowing unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts that execute when an administrator views the affected dashboard page.

CVSS Score

6.1

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-79

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f8520320-527b-4b30-9bac-f6e538154a40/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16032?

CVE-2026-16032 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). The LWS Optimize WordPress plugin before 4.1.2 does not properly escape a value submitted through an unauthenticated analytics endpoint before storing it and rendering it in an administrative dashboa...

How severe is CVE-2026-16032?

CVE-2026-16032 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16032?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.