Broken Access Control in Prevent Files/Folders Access Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-97267

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Prevent Files / Folders Access
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-97267?

The Prevent Files/Folders Access Plugin for WordPress versions up to 2.6.7 is susceptible to broken access control vulnerabilities. This flaw may allow unauthorized users to gain access to restricted files and folders, posing significant risks to sensitive information. Proper access controls must be enforced to mitigate these vulnerabilities and protect the integrity of user data.

Affected Version(s)

Prevent files / folders access <= 2.6.7

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

gueco | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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