CVE-2026-113488
GeoDirectory < 2.8.196 - Contributor+ Stored XSS via gd_post_badge 'cta' Attribute
Description
The GeoDirectory WordPress plugin before 2.8.196 does not properly escape a post badge shortcode attribute for a JavaScript context before placing it in an inline event handler, allowing users with the Contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks against anyone who clicks the badge, including administrators.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 28, 2026, 6:16 a.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 28, 2026, 6:16 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Solution
- Update GeoDirectory plugin to version 2.8.196 or later.
- Ensure user roles have least privilege.
- Review shortcode usage for security.
- Sanitize all user inputs.
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| URL | Resource |
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| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f228b40e-a0ca-46f0-8173-45e39958a69d/ |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 28, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description The GeoDirectory WordPress plugin before 2.8.196 does not properly escape a post badge shortcode attribute for a JavaScript context before placing it in an inline event handler, allowing users with the Contributor role and above to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks against anyone who clicks the badge, including administrators. Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/113xxx/CVE-2026-113488.json">CVE-2026-113488</a> Added Reference https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f228b40e-a0ca-46f0-8173-45e39958a69d/