What the vulnerability does
01Description
The ReviewX – Multi-criteria Rating & Reviews for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized deletion of data due to a missing capability check on the reviewx_remove_guest_image function in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.27. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and above, to delete attachments.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
ReviewX for WooCommerce versions up to 1.6.27 lack proper authorization checks on certain functions. A logged-in user with low privileges can modify data they should not have access to, such as review settings or metadata. The vulnerability requires an active WordPress account but no special permissions. Update to a version newer than 1.6.27.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify review data or settings without proper authorization as a low-privilege user.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can alter reviews, ratings, or plugin settings, potentially damaging site credibility or functionality.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a valid WordPress user account with low privileges (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 16, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated