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CVE-2026-17019

6.1 · MEDIUM

The JetEngine WordPress plugin before 3.8.13.1 does not sanitise uploaded SVG files before storing and serving them, and does not adequately restrict who can upload them, allowing unauthenticated a…

Published Aug 10, 2026CWE-79EPSS 0.27%

Overview

CVE-2026-17019 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 10, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The JetEngine WordPress plugin before 3.8.13.1 does not sanitise uploaded SVG files before storing and serving them, and does not adequately restrict who can upload them, allowing unauthenticated attackers to upload a file containing malicious JavaScript that executes in the browser of any user who opens it (Stored Cross-Site Scripting).

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-2026-17019?

CVE-2026-17019 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 10, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-17019?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-17019?

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-2026-17019?

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