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CVE-2026-14287 10Web CVE debrief
The 10Web Booster WordPress plugin before 2.33.5 does not correctly validate an access token on an unauthenticated request handler and does not escape attacker-supplied stylesheet content before rendering it into the page head, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to store markup that executes as JavaScript in the browser of anonymous visitors to an affected page.
- Vendor
- 10Web
- Product
- Booster
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 4.7
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-08-19
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-08-26
- Advisory published
- 2026-08-19
- Advisory updated
- 2026-08-26
Who should care
Administrators of WordPress sites using the 10Web Booster plugin should apply available updates to prevent exploitation. Additionally, security teams and vulnerability management teams should review the vulnerability details to assess the potential impact on their environments and prioritize remediation efforts accordingly. Platform operators and security personnel responsible for WordPress deployments should also be aware of the vulnerability and take necessary precautions to mitigate potential risks. This includes reviewing compensating controls and monitoring for suspicious activity that could indicate exploitation attempts. IT and security teams should coordinate to ensure timely application of patches and to verify the effectiveness of mitigations. Vulnerability management teams should also track exceptions and retest remediated assets to confirm that the vulnerability has been properly addressed. Lastly, asset owners and IT teams should work together to prioritize and schedule updates based on the severity of the vulnerability and the potential impact on business operations. This coordinated approach will help minimize potential disruptions and ensure that the vulnerability is properly managed across the organization. The vulnerability management process should include verifying the patch application, testing for potential regressions, and ensuring that security controls are in place to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. By taking a proactive and coordinated approach, organizations can reduce the risk associated with this vulnerability and protect their WordPress deployments from potential attacks. Security teams should also consider implementing additional security measures, such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems, to provide an additional layer of protection against potential exploitation attempts. Furthermore, organizations should review their incident response plans to ensure that they are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a successful exploitation attempt. This includes identifying potential entry points, establishing communication channels, and defining roles and responsibilities for incident
Technical summary
The 10Web Booster WordPress plugin before 2.33.5 does not correctly validate an access token on an unauthenticated request handler and does not escape attacker-supplied stylesheet content before rendering it into the page head. This allows an unauthenticated attacker to store markup that executes as JavaScript in the browser of anonymous visitors to an affected page, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure.
Defensive priority
Apply available plugin updates to prevent exploitation of unauthenticated request handlers.
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply available plugin updates to version 2.33.5 or later
- Restrict access to affected pages for anonymous visitors
- Monitor for suspicious JavaScript execution in browser sessions
- Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
- Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
- Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented
- Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
Evidence notes
The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability in the 10Web Booster WordPress plugin. Limited information is available on the affected scope and vendor remediation efforts. Further verification is needed to determine the extent of the vulnerability and to confirm the effectiveness of available updates. Defenders should review the official CVE record and NVD entry for additional details and monitor for any updates from the vendor.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-14287 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-14287
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-14287 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-14287
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a0519e86-b77e-4354-a91d-ff729514d570/
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.