Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability in ShortPixel Adaptive Images Plugin
CVE-2026-57342

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Shortpixel Adaptive Images
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-57342?

The ShortPixel Adaptive Images plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) exploit due to inadequate validation of user input in the subscriber features. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially compromising sensitive information and the integrity of the website. Administrators are urged to upgrade to later versions to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

ShortPixel Adaptive Images <= 3.11.3

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

dodoh4t | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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