Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion in WorkScout-Core by Patchstack
CVE-2026-52716

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Workscout-core
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-52716?

WorkScout-Core versions up to 1.7.11 are susceptible to an unauthenticated arbitrary file deletion vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers to delete arbitrary files without authentication, posing significant risks to the integrity of the affected system. It is crucial for users of WorkScout-Core to apply the latest updates and security patches to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

WorkScout-Core <= 1.7.11

References

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

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Nguyen Ba Khanh | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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