Vulnerability Description
The GoStats for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.4. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the gostats_manage() function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to update the plugin's settings (gostats_siteid and gostats_server options) via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/gostats-for-wordpress/trunk/GoStats.p
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/gostats-for-wordpress/trunk/GoStats.p
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/3efaf738-1ab8-4a22-953
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-8943?
CVE-2026-8943 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The GoStats for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.4. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the gostat...
How severe is CVE-2026-8943?
CVE-2026-8943 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-8943?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.