Access Control Vulnerability in Seriously Simple Podcasting by Craig Hewitt
CVE-2026-39505

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Seriously Simple Podcasting
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-39505?

A missing authorization vulnerability has been identified in the Seriously Simple Podcasting plugin by Craig Hewitt. This flaw allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, leading to unauthorized actions. Websites using this plugin in versions from its initial release up to and including version 3.14.2 are at risk. It's essential for users to ensure proper configuration to safeguard against potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Seriously Simple Podcasting 0 <= 3.14.2

References

https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/seriousl...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

hivesec | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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