Unauthenticated Settings Change in WP Compress Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-84757

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WP Compress
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-84757?

The WP Compress plugin versions up to 7.21.28 for WordPress contains a vulnerability that allows unauthenticated users to modify critical settings. This flaw could lead to unauthorized changes that may compromise the performance and security of the affected website. Administrators are advised to review and update their plugin installations promptly to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

WP Compress <= 7.21.28

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Thaer.Assfour | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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