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CVE-2026-85415

6.8 · MEDIUM

The Audio Player Block WordPress plugin before 1.6.3 does not validate the scheme of a user-supplied URL before using it as a link target, allowing users with the Contributor role and above to sto…

Published Sep 30, 2026CWE-79EPSS 0.23%

Overview

CVE-2026-85415 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 30, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Audio Player Block WordPress plugin before 1.6.3 does not validate the scheme of a user-supplied URL before using it as a link target, allowing users with the Contributor role and above to store malicious JavaScript that executes in the session of any user who later triggers the link (such as an administrator or editor reviewing the post).

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-85415?

CVE-2026-85415 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 30, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-85415?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-85415?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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