Security Flaw in Popup Builder WordPress Plugin Exposes Unauthenticated Data Manipulation
CVE-2026-112230

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
23 October 2026

Badges

๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-112230?

The Popup Builder plugin for WordPress prior to version 4.4.6 contains a security flaw that permits unauthorized users to bypass authorization checks during a maintenance routine. This vulnerability enables unauthenticated attackers to manipulate and delete popup content, as well as overwrite vital stored data related to popups. It underscores the importance of rigorous authorization controls to protect against such unauthorized actions.

Affected Version(s)

Popup Builder 0 < 4.4.6

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

Raphael P. Cigana
WPScan
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