CVE-2026-16570 — HIGH (7.1)

Vulnerability Description

The NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster WordPress plugin before 4.4.8 does not escape some of the query-string parameters it reflects back on one of its admin pages, allowing attackers to perform Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks against logged-in users such as administrators who are tricked into opening a crafted link.

CVSS Score

7.1

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-79

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/25c42ca3-ff25-4b43-a712-2876398d82ab/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16570?

CVE-2026-16570 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). The NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster WordPress plugin before 4.4.8 does not escape some of the query-string parameters it reflects back on one of its admin pages, allowing attackers to perform...

How severe is CVE-2026-16570?

CVE-2026-16570 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16570?

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