CVE-2026-73344: WordPress WP Data Access plugin <= 5.5.79 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
Published Aug 13, 2026
·Updated
Author Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in WP Data Access <= 5.5.79 versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
wordpress/wp-data-access<=5.5.79
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
wordpress/wp-data-accessto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.5.80
Event History
Aug 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:37 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-73344?
CVE-2026-73344 has a medium severity rating of 5.9.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-73344?
To fix CVE-2026-73344, update the WP Data Access plugin to version 5.5.80 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-73344?
CVE-2026-73344 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
4
Which software is affected by CVE-2026-73344?
CVE-2026-73344 affects the WP Data Access plugin for WordPress versions 5.5.79 and below.
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What are the impact aspects of CVE-2026-73344?
CVE-2026-73344 allows for potential information leakage and user interface manipulation.