Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in ProfilePress by WP User Avatar
CVE-2026-39733

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Profilepress
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-39733?

The ProfilePress wp-user-avatar plugin is susceptible to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability due to improper neutralization of script-related HTML tags. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious code via web pages, potentially compromising user data and facilitating unauthorized actions within the affected versions. As the security of web applications continues to be a significant concern, it's crucial for users and developers to be aware of such vulnerabilities and ensure their installations are updated.

Affected Version(s)

ProfilePress 0 <= 4.17.7

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Filip Kowalski | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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