CVE-2026-8141 Details
Description
The Ajax Load More - Filters plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'taxonomy_include_children' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
A stored cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in the Ajax Load More - Filters plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions through 3.4.1. The issue arises from inadequate input sanitization and output escaping, allowing unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts via the 'taxonomy_include_children' parameter. These injected scripts are executed when a user accesses the compromised page.
Users are advised to update the Ajax Load More - Filters plugin to version 3.4.2 or a newer patched version.
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Assessed Jun 30, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 30, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://ajaxloadmore.com/add-ons/filters/ | [email protected] | ProductVendor |
| https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6e8d9f73-8460-4bcb-a9f8-08eb058bcc09?source=cve | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-79 | Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Connekt HQ Ajax Load More Filters | <= 3.4.1 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 30, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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