Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability in Boost Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-32556

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Boost
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-32556?

The Boost Plugin for WordPress contains an unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions 2.0.4 and earlier. This security flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially leading to data theft, session hijacking, or other malicious activities. Website administrators are advised to update to the latest version of the Boost Plugin to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Boost <= 2.0.4

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/boost/vu...
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

luc | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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