CVE-2026-10525: NEX-Forms < 9.2.3 - Unauthenticated Stored XSS via Form Submission

Published Jul 17, 2026
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Updated

The NEX-Forms WordPress plugin before 9.2.3 does not sanitise and escape some submitted form data before storing it and outputting it back in the admin dashboard, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability which could allow unauthenticated users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks against high privilege users such as administrators when they view the submitted entries.

Affected Software

1 affected component
NEX-Forms WordPress plugin<9.2.3

Event History

Jul 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-10525?

CVE-2026-10525 has a risk rating of 54, indicating a moderate severity level.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-10525?

To fix CVE-2026-10525, update the NEX-Forms WordPress plugin to version 9.2.3 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-10525?

CVE-2026-10525 is classified as an Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-10525?

Users of the NEX-Forms WordPress plugin prior to version 9.2.3 are affected by CVE-2026-10525.

5

Can CVE-2026-10525 be exploited by unauthenticated users?

Yes, CVE-2026-10525 can be exploited by unauthenticated users through form submissions.

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