Aora permits unauthenticated cross-site scripting
Aora <= 1.3.19 allows an unauthenticated attacker to supply script-capable input that reaches browser output without adequate neutralization. The CNA vector requires victim interaction and assigns changed scope with low confidentiality, integrity and availability impact. Script executes in the site's origin when a victim interacts with the affected output.
- Component
- Aora
- Plugin slug
aora- Affected
- n/a through 1.3.19
- Safe version
1.3.20- Published
- Aug 20, 2026
This CVE was published Aug 20, 2026 and is one of 4 known issues for this theme.
Update, patch or deactivate.
Update Aora to 1.3.20 or later. Review activity by the stated attacker class and investigate unexpected data access, state changes, files or sessions relevant to this vulnerability class.
A safe version is available, so updating to that version or later is the preferred remediation. If an immediate update is not practical, consider a targeted application patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality.
Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.
Technical description
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in Aora <= 1.3.19 versions.
CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L