Unauthorized Data Deletion in Rank Math SEO Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2026-104751

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
14 October 2026

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๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-104751?

The Rank Math SEO plugin for WordPress prior to version 1.0.280 is susceptible to an improper access control vulnerability. This flaw allows unauthenticated users to clear stored SEO analysis data without the need for proper capability checks or nonce validation. As a result, unauthorized deletion of important SEO data may occur, potentially impacting the website's optimization efforts and overall visibility. It is crucial for users of affected versions to update their plugins to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Rank Math SEO 0 < 1.0.280

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Duy Tran
WPScan
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