CVE-2026-16091: GamiPress <= 7.9.9.1 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'gamipress_rank' Shortcode
The GamiPress – Gamification plugin to reward points, achievements, badges & ranks in WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'gamipressrank' Shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 7.9.9.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-16091?
The severity of CVE-2026-16091 is medium, with a score of 6.4.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16091?
To fix CVE-2026-16091, update the GamiPress plugin to the latest version beyond 7.9.9.1 as it contains the necessary patches.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-16091?
CVE-2026-16091 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-16091?
Users running GamiPress versions up to and including 7.9.9.1 are affected by CVE-2026-16091.
What is exploited in CVE-2026-16091?
CVE-2026-16091 exploits insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the 'gamipress_rank' shortcode.