CVE-2026-5721 — Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2026-5721 — The wpDataTables – WordPress Data Table, Dynamic Tables & Table Charts Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting in all versions up to, and including, 6.5.0.4. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the prepareCellOutput()
What This Means For You
- If your environment is affected by CWE-79, review your exposure and prioritize patching based on your environment. Monitor vendor advisories for CVE-2026-5721 updates and patches.
Related ATT&CK Techniques
🛡️ Detection Rules
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CVE-2026-5721 - wpDataTables Stored XSS via prepareCellOutput
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Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-5721 | vulnerability | CVE-2026-5721 |
| CWE-79 | weakness | CWE-79 |
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | April 21, 2026 at 02:16 UTC |
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