What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Wordapp plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to an use of insufficiently unique cryptographic signature on the 'wa_pdx_op_config_set' function in versions up to, and including, 1.6.0. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to the plugin to change the 'validation_token' in the plugin config, providing access to the plugin's remote control functionalities, such as creating an admin access URL, which can be used for privilege escalation.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Wordapp versions 1.6.0 and earlier contain a vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read sensitive data, modify content, or disrupt service without requiring user interaction. The vulnerability is accessible over the network with low attack complexity. Affected installations should update immediately.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive data, modify content, or disrupt service without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can access, modify, or delete data and disrupt your site without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 31, 2023
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
