Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution in SiteSkite by Patchstack
CVE-2026-96349

10CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 September 2026

Badges

๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-96349?

A vulnerability in SiteSkite, a WordPress plugin, allows unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary code remotely. This serious security flaw affects versions 2.1.8 and earlier, potentially leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of vulnerable installations. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

SiteSkite <= 2.1.8

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
10
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ananda Dhakal (Patchstack) | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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