CVE-2026-42678
Description
A DOM-based cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the GiveWP plugin for WordPress allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages.
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A DOM-based cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the GiveWP plugin for WordPress allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages.
Vulnerability
The GiveWP plugin for WordPress is susceptible to a DOM-based cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. This flaw affects all versions of the plugin from n/a through 4.14.5 [2].
Exploitation
Successful exploitation requires a privileged user to perform an action, such as clicking a malicious link, visiting a crafted page, or submitting a form. Once the user interacts with the malicious content, the injected script is executed within the context of the victim's browser [2].
Impact
An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to inject malicious scripts, including redirects, advertisements, and other arbitrary HTML payloads. This can lead to unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user or the compromise of site visitor sessions [2].
Mitigation
Users should update the GiveWP plugin to version 4.14.6 or later to resolve this vulnerability [2]. If an immediate update is not possible, site administrators should consult with their hosting provider or web developer to implement protective measures [2].
AI Insight generated on Jun 1, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1Patches
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Vulnerability mechanics
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