Exploitable Authorization Flaw in Security For WooCommerce Plugin
CVE-2026-123701

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Key Information:

Vendor

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

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-123701?

The Security For WooCommerce plugin for WordPress, up to version 1.0.16, is vulnerable due to a lack of appropriate authorization checks. This vulnerability enables unauthenticated users to reset various settings to their default states. Consequently, critical security features such as custom login URLs, two-factor authentication, reCAPTCHA, password policies, and firewall settings can be disabled, exposing the website to potential threats and unauthorized access.

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-2026-123701 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9d65f64f-b9d5-488d-a81d-...
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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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