Authorization Bypass in WPBot WordPress Plugin Affects User Settings
CVE-2026-87959
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-87959?
A flaw in the WPBot WordPress plugin versions prior to 8.7.6 allows users with only subscriber-level access to bypass authorization checks on an AJAX action. This vulnerability enables them to alter critical settings, including the API key utilized for outgoing requests by the WPBot's AI features. Such unauthorized alteration can lead to misuse of the API and potential exposure of sensitive data.
Affected Version(s)
WPBot 8.7.2 < 8.7.6
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.