Vulnerability Description
The Smart Custom Fields plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting in versions up to, and including, 5.0.7. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping of uploaded image attachment titles. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. NOTE: This vulnerability was partially patched in 5.0.7.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3485210/smart-custom-fields
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3609564/smart-custom-fields
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/110a1b28-50e0-430e-82d
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-2594?
CVE-2026-2594 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Smart Custom Fields plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting in versions up to, and including, 5.0.7. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping of...
How severe is CVE-2026-2594?
CVE-2026-2594 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-2594?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.