CVE-2026-19697 — MEDIUM (6.8)

Vulnerability Description

The GutenKit WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 does not sanitise uploaded SVG files on all of the upload paths it enables, allowing users with the file upload capability, such as Author, to upload a malicious SVG and perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks against any user opening it, including administrators.

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-79

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d144679c-10ef-4a69-b0e9-fd9e18a2aafc/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-19697?

CVE-2026-19697 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The GutenKit WordPress plugin before 2.5.0 does not sanitise uploaded SVG files on all of the upload paths it enables, allowing users with the file upload capability, such as Author, to upload a mali...

How severe is CVE-2026-19697?

CVE-2026-19697 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-19697?

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