Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in JetEngine WordPress Plugin
CVE-2026-17019

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Jetengine
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 August 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-17019?

The JetEngine plugin for WordPress prior to version 3.8.13.1 is vulnerable due to inadequate sanitization of uploaded SVG files. This flaw permits unauthorized users to upload files containing harmful JavaScript, which executes in the browsers of users viewing the affected site. As a result, the vulnerability poses significant risks, enabling attackers to potentially compromise user data and exploit website functionality. Website administrators are urged to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

JetEngine 0 < 3.8.13.1

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-17019 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/355ea90d-9fb3-4dc6-9676-...
exploitvdb-entrytechnical-description

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Nguyễn Đức Hòa
WPScan
.