CVE-2026-66604: WordPress GeoDirectory plugin <= 2.8.173 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Aug 20, 2026
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Updated

Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in GeoDirectory <= 2.8.173 versions.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GeoDirectory GeoDirectory<=2.8.173

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade WordPress GeoDirectory Plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.8.174

Event History

Aug 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:07 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Which GeoDirectory versions are affected?

GeoDirectory versions 2.8.173 and earlier are affected.

2

Does exploitation require an authenticated WordPress account?

No. The vulnerability is described as unauthenticated, so an attacker does not need a WordPress account or prior privileges. Exploitation does require user interaction.

3

What impact can successful exploitation have?

The supplied severity vector indicates low potential impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with the impact scope extending beyond the vulnerable component.

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