CVE-2026-12970: LearnPress < 4.4.1 - Reflected XSS via c_search
Published Jul 20, 2026
·Updated
The LearnPress WordPress plugin before 4.4.1 does not escape a search parameter before reflecting it into an HTML attribute, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting that executes in the browser of a logged-in instructor or administrator who is tricked into opening a crafted link.
Affected Software
1 affected component
LearnPress LearnPress<4.4.1
Event History
Jul 20, 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
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-12970?
The severity of CVE-2026-12970 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.1.
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How can I fix CVE-2026-12970?
To fix CVE-2026-12970, update the LearnPress plugin to version 4.4.1 or later.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-12970?
CVE-2026-12970 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
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Who is affected by CVE-2026-12970?
CVE-2026-12970 affects logged-in instructors or administrators who click on crafted links.
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What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2026-12970?
The vulnerability in CVE-2026-12970 is caused by the LearnPress plugin failing to escape a search parameter reflected in an HTML attribute.