Authorization Flaw in BuddyPress Plugin Allows Unauthorized Messaging Access
CVE-2026-8155
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Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 31 July 2026
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-8155?
The BuddyPress plugin for WordPress prior to version 14.5.0 possesses an authorization flaw that fails to restrict access to private messaging endpoints. As a result, any authenticated user, including Subscribers, can interact with other users' private messages—allowing them to read, modify, or even delete messages without proper permission. This vulnerability raises significant concerns over user privacy and data integrity within the platform.
Affected Version(s)
BuddyPress 0 < 14.5.0
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.