Sensitive Data Exposure in BackupEase Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-97241

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Backupease
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-97241?

The BackupEase plugin for WordPress has a vulnerability that allows unauthenticated users to access sensitive data. This issue affects versions up to 2.2.2, enabling potential attackers to exploit the exposed information, which can lead to significant data breaches. Website administrators are strongly advised to update to the latest version to safeguard sensitive information and maintain site integrity.

Affected Version(s)

BackupEase <= 2.2.2

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/backupea...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ananda Dhakal (Patchstack) | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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