Improper Email Normalization in GiveWP WordPress Plugin
CVE-2026-85530

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 September 2026

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๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-85530?

The GiveWP WordPress plugin prior to version 4.16.8.1 contains a vulnerability that mishandles the normalization of donor email addresses. This inconsistency allows unauthorized users to be misidentified as legitimate donors, potentially granting them the ability to alter the WordPress password of any linked user account, including administrative accounts. This flaw poses a significant risk as it enables a breach of user confidentiality and could lead to critical account takeovers if exploited.

Affected Version(s)

GiveWP 4.16.6 < 4.16.8.1

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.

References

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Jakub Herman
WPScan
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