Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability in Nickboss WordPress File Upload
CVE-2026-123460

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WordPress File Upload
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-123460?

The Nickboss WordPress File Upload plugin is susceptible to a stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability due to improper neutralization of user input during web page generation. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts, potentially compromising user sessions and exposing sensitive information. All versions of the plugin up to 5.2.2 are affected, posing a risk to users who rely on this functionality for file uploads.

Affected Version(s)

WordPress File Upload 0 <= 5.2.2

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/wp-file-...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

netwind | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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