CVE-2026-3231: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in themehigh Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce
The Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via custom radio and checkboxgroup field values submitted through the WooCommerce Block Checkout Store API in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.7. This is due to the `prepare_single_field_data()` method in `class-thwcfd-block-order-data.php` first escaping values with `esc_html()` then immediately reversing the escaping with `html_entity_decode()` for radio and checkboxgroup field types, combined with a permissive `wp_kses()` allowlist in `get_allowed_html()` that explicitly permits the `<select>` element with the `onchange` event handler attribute. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts via the Store API checkout endpoint that execute when an administrator views the order details page.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce plugin suffers from a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability (CWE-79) in versions up to 2.1.7. The vulnerability is caused by the `prepare_single_field_data()` method in `class-thwcfd-block-order-data.php`, which escapes input with `esc_html()` but then reverses this escaping with `html_entity_decode()` for radio and checkbox group fields. Additionally, the `get_allowed_html()` function permits the `<select>` element with an `onchange` event handler attribute, allowing injection of arbitrary scripts. This flaw enables unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious JavaScript via the WooCommerce Block Checkout Store API endpoint, which executes when an administrator views the affected order details page.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability to inject and store malicious scripts in checkout field values. These scripts execute in the context of an administrator's browser when viewing order details, potentially leading to credential theft, session hijacking, or other malicious actions limited to the administrator's privileges. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.2 (High), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impact on confidentiality and integrity with no impact on availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available for this vulnerability. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is released, administrators should exercise caution when reviewing order details and consider restricting access to trusted personnel only. Monitoring vendor channels for updates and applying patches promptly once available is recommended.
CVE-2026-3231: CWE-79 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in themehigh Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce
Description
The Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via custom radio and checkboxgroup field values submitted through the WooCommerce Block Checkout Store API in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.7. This is due to the `prepare_single_field_data()` method in `class-thwcfd-block-order-data.php` first escaping values with `esc_html()` then immediately reversing the escaping with `html_entity_decode()` for radio and checkboxgroup field types, combined with a permissive `wp_kses()` allowlist in `get_allowed_html()` that explicitly permits the `<select>` element with the `onchange` event handler attribute. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts via the Store API checkout endpoint that execute when an administrator views the order details page.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce plugin suffers from a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability (CWE-79) in versions up to 2.1.7. The vulnerability is caused by the `prepare_single_field_data()` method in `class-thwcfd-block-order-data.php`, which escapes input with `esc_html()` but then reverses this escaping with `html_entity_decode()` for radio and checkbox group fields. Additionally, the `get_allowed_html()` function permits the `<select>` element with an `onchange` event handler attribute, allowing injection of arbitrary scripts. This flaw enables unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious JavaScript via the WooCommerce Block Checkout Store API endpoint, which executes when an administrator views the affected order details page.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability to inject and store malicious scripts in checkout field values. These scripts execute in the context of an administrator's browser when viewing order details, potentially leading to credential theft, session hijacking, or other malicious actions limited to the administrator's privileges. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.2 (High), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impact on confidentiality and integrity with no impact on availability. No known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available for this vulnerability. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is released, administrators should exercise caution when reviewing order details and consider restricting access to trusted personnel only. Monitoring vendor channels for updates and applying patches promptly once available is recommended.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-25T21:30:41.083Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69b139a22f860ef9438a0d7c
Added to database: 3/11/2026, 9:45:06 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 11:33:54 AM
Last updated: 4/24/2026, 6:02:28 AM
Views: 91
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