Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor <= 3.5.7 versions. (CVE-2026-66440)
CVE-2026-66440 is an unauthenticated cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor versions up to and including 3.5.7. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts without authentication, potentially impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.1, indicating a high severity level. No patch or remediation information is currently provided. There are no known exploits in the wild as of the published date.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability is an unauthenticated cross-site scripting (XSS) issue in WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor affecting all versions up to 3.5.7. The flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim's browser without requiring authentication. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, scope changed, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability at low levels. No official patch or fix has been documented in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of users interacting with the vulnerable WPIDE plugin, potentially leading to data theft, session hijacking, or other malicious actions affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability does not require authentication, increasing the risk of exploitation. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider restricting access to the affected plugin or disabling it if possible to reduce exposure. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor <= 3.5.7 versions. (CVE-2026-66440)
Description
CVE-2026-66440 is an unauthenticated cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor versions up to and including 3.5.7. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts without authentication, potentially impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.1, indicating a high severity level. No patch or remediation information is currently provided. There are no known exploits in the wild as of the published date.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.1high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability is an unauthenticated cross-site scripting (XSS) issue in WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor affecting all versions up to 3.5.7. The flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim's browser without requiring authentication. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, scope changed, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability at low levels. No official patch or fix has been documented in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of users interacting with the vulnerable WPIDE plugin, potentially leading to data theft, session hijacking, or other malicious actions affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability does not require authentication, increasing the risk of exploitation. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider restricting access to the affected plugin or disabling it if possible to reduce exposure. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-jv46-h5f9-888h
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-66440"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a74d19abf8831d539236834
Added to database: 08/06/2026, 18:25:30 UTC
Last enriched: 08/06/2026, 18:28:01 UTC
Last updated: 08/07/2026, 03:40:59 UTC
Views: 4
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