Unauthenticated API Access in Security For WooCommerce Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-123698

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Security For WooCommerce
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 November 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-123698?

The Security For WooCommerce plugin, up to version 1.0.16, has a critical vulnerability allowing unauthenticated users to access a REST API route. This security flaw enables unauthorized individuals to retrieve sensitive configuration details, including secret keys and the hidden login URL. Such exposure increases the risk of potential attacks and unauthorized access to the WooCommerce settings, underscoring the necessity for immediate remediation.

Affected Version(s)

Security For WooCommerce 0 <= 1.0.16

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.

CVE-2026-123698 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f13ecbe7-8abb-4736-be5c-...
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Benjamin Kincses (Dextheking1)
WPScan
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