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CVE-2026-14833

6.8 · MEDIUM

The Lightbox with PhotoSwipe WordPress plugin before 5.9.0 does not sanitise or escape a link data attribute before rendering it into the image lightbox caption in the browser, allowing users with…

Published Jul 31, 2026CWE-79EPSS 0.43%

Overview

CVE-2026-14833 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 31, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Lightbox with PhotoSwipe WordPress plugin before 5.9.0 does not sanitise or escape a link data attribute before rendering it into the image lightbox caption in the browser, allowing users with author-level access and above (who lack the unfiltered_html capability) to store JavaScript that runs when a visitor or administrator opens the lightbox.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-14833?

CVE-2026-14833 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 31, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-14833?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-14833?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-14833?

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