Broken Access Control Vulnerability in rtMedia for BuddyPress and bbPress
CVE-2026-40773

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Rtmedia For WordPress, Buddypress And Bbpress
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-40773?

The rtMedia plugin for WordPress, along with its compatibility with BuddyPress and bbPress, is susceptible to a broken access control vulnerability. This can allow unauthorized users to gain access to restricted functionalities. Versions 4.7.9 and earlier are particularly affected, emphasizing the need for users to update and secure their sites against potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

rtMedia for WordPress, BuddyPress and bbPress <= 4.7.9

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/buddypre...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Jakub Herman | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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