Vulnerability Description
The EWWW Image Optimizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via REQUEST_URI Parameter Key in all versions up to, and including, 8.7.7 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link. Successful exploitation requires that the enable_help option is active, as the vulnerable HelpScout Beacon script block is only emitted when that setting is enabled.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/tags/8.7.7/bulk.
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/tags/8.7.7/bulk.
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/tags/8.7.7/class
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/tags/8.7.7/class
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer/tags/8.7.7/class
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ewww-image-optimizer?rev=3712144
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3712144/ewww-image-optimizer/trunk/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a9295e78-b45d-4738-b14
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-92826?
CVE-2026-92826 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). The EWWW Image Optimizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via REQUEST_URI Parameter Key in all versions up to, and including, 8.7.7 due to insufficient input saniti...
How severe is CVE-2026-92826?
CVE-2026-92826 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-2026-92826?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.