Security Flaw in Quick Quotes Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2026-86706
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Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 11 October 2026
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-86706?
The Quick Quotes plugin for WordPress prior to version 1.0.0 is susceptible to an improper access control vulnerability, where it fails to enforce capability checks or nonce verification on certain AJAX actions. This oversight permits unauthenticated attackers to manipulate arbitrary site settings, potentially leading to alterations that can render the site inoperable. Site administrators are urged to assess their installations and apply necessary updates to safeguard against this vulnerability.
Affected Version(s)
Quick quotes 0 <= 1.0.0
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.