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CVE-2026-56014 Averta CVE debrief

A Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in Master Slider allows Reflected XSS, affecting versions from n/a through 3.11.3. Defenders should assess exposure and prioritize patching or workarounds. The vulnerability's impact on website security and integrity requires attention, and defenders should verify exposure and monitor for potential attacks. Those responsible for WordPress installations with this plugin should take immediate action to secure their systems. The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability, but additional information on affected versions and remediation is needed for comprehensive risk assessment.

Vendor
Averta
Product
Master Slider
CVSS
HIGH 7.1
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-25
Original CVE updated
2026-10-06
Advisory published
2026-06-25
Advisory updated
2026-10-06

Who should care

Defenders responsible for WordPress installations with the Master Slider plugin should assess exposure and prioritize patching or workarounds.

Why it matters

Defenders should care about CVE-2026-56014 because it affects the Master Slider plugin, potentially allowing reflected XSS attacks. Those responsible for WordPress installations with this plugin should verify exposure, prioritize patching or workarounds, and monitor for potential attacks. The vulnerability's impact on website security and integrity requires attention.

  • Potential for reflected XSS attacks
  • Need for verification of exposure and patching
  • Possible impact on website security and integrity

Technical summary

The Master Slider plugin has a Cross-site Scripting vulnerability allowing Reflected XSS, affecting versions from n/a through 3.11.3. This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages, potentially leading to security breaches. Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches or workarounds to prevent exploitation. The vulnerability's technical details and potential impact on website security require attention from defenders responsible for WordPress installations with this plugin.

Defensive priority

Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches or workarounds.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Verify exposure by checking installed Master Slider versions
  • Apply patches or workarounds for affected versions
  • Monitor for potential XSS attacks

Evidence notes

The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability, but additional information on affected versions and remediation is needed. Defenders should verify exposure by checking installed Master Slider versions and monitor for potential XSS attacks. The vulnerability affects WordPress installations with the Master Slider plugin, and its impact on website security and integrity requires attention. Those responsible for these installations should prioritize patching or workarows

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-56014 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-56014

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-56014 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-56014

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

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.