Plattform
wordpress
Komponente
ultra-admin
Behoben in
11.7.1
CVE-2026-22523 identifies a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability within the Ultra WordPress Admin plugin. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially leading to session hijacking, data theft, or defacement. The vulnerability impacts versions 0.0.0 through 11.7 of the plugin, and a patch is expected from the vendor.
The impact of this Reflected XSS vulnerability is significant. An attacker could craft a malicious URL containing JavaScript code. When a user clicks this link, the script executes in their browser within the context of the Ultra WordPress Admin plugin. This allows the attacker to steal cookies, hijack user sessions, redirect users to phishing sites, or even modify content on the website. The potential blast radius extends to all users who interact with the affected plugin, particularly administrators who have elevated privileges. Successful exploitation could compromise the entire WordPress site and its associated data.
CVE-2026-22523 was publicly disclosed on 2026-03-25. The vulnerability is relatively straightforward to exploit, making it a potential target for automated scanning and exploitation. As of this writing, there are no known active campaigns targeting this specific vulnerability, but the ease of exploitation suggests it could become a target. Monitor security advisories and threat intelligence feeds for updates.
Websites utilizing the Ultra WordPress Admin plugin, particularly those with user input fields or forms, are at risk. Shared hosting environments where multiple websites share the same server resources are also vulnerable, as a compromise of one site could potentially impact others. Administrators who haven't recently updated the plugin are especially vulnerable.
• wordpress / composer / npm:
grep -r 'Ultra WordPress Admin' /var/www/html/wp-content/plugins/
wp plugin list | grep 'Ultra WordPress Admin'• generic web:
curl -I https://example.com/?param=<script>alert(1)</script>• wordpress / composer / npm:
wp plugin status | grep 'Ultra WordPress Admin'disclosure
Exploit-Status
EPSS
0.04% (11% Perzentil)
CISA SSVC
CVSS-Vektor
The primary mitigation for CVE-2026-22523 is to upgrade to a patched version of the Ultra WordPress Admin plugin as soon as it becomes available. Until a patch is released, consider implementing temporary workarounds such as strict input validation and output encoding within the plugin's code. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block XSS payloads can also provide a layer of protection. Regularly scan your WordPress installation for vulnerable plugins using security scanning tools.
No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability's details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization's risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement.
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CVE-2026-22523 is a Reflected XSS vulnerability in the Ultra WordPress Admin plugin, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts via crafted URLs.
You are affected if you are using Ultra WordPress Admin versions 0.0.0 through 11.7. Check your plugin version and upgrade immediately.
Upgrade the Ultra WordPress Admin plugin to the latest available version which contains the security fix. If upgrading is not possible, implement temporary workarounds like input validation and WAF rules.
As of the current date, there are no confirmed reports of active exploitation, but the vulnerability is publicly known and could be targeted.
Refer to the official Ultra WordPress Admin website or WordPress plugin repository for the latest advisory and update information.
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