CVE-2026-8943 Details
Description
The GoStats for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.4. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the gostats_manage() function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to update the plugin's settings (gostats_siteid and gostats_server options) via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
A Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability exists in the GoStats for WordPress plugin, affecting all versions up to and including 1.4. The issue arises from inadequate nonce validation in the 'gostats_manage()' function, allowing unauthenticated attackers to manipulate the plugin's settings by sending forged requests. Exploitation requires tricking a site administrator into clicking a link that activates the request.
There is no known patch available for this vulnerability. Users are advised to review the vulnerability details and consider uninstalling the affected plugin.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
Volerion
Assessed May 27, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed May 27, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/gostats-for-wordpress/trunk/GoStats.php#L26 | [email protected] | Broken LinkSource CodeVendor |
| https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/gostats-for-wordpress/trunk/GoStats.php#L27 | [email protected] | Broken LinkSource CodeVendor |
| https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/3efaf738-1ab8-4a22-9536-157c346e9536?source=cve | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-352 | Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| GoStats | <= 1.4 |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 27, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |