Authorization Bypass in AWP Classifieds Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-96904
Currently unrated
Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 14 October 2026
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-96904?
The AWP Classifieds plugin for WordPress prior to version 4.4.9 lacks proper authorization checks when a payment transaction is involved. This issue allows unauthenticated individuals to bypass security measures on the ad submission page, enabling them to access and read private contact information associated with any listing, potentially exposing sensitive user data. Website owners using this plugin are encouraged to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk.
Affected Version(s)
AWP Classifieds 0 < 4.4.9
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.