What the vulnerability does
01Description
Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability in SK BuddyPress Better Registration better-bp-registration allows Authentication Bypass.This issue affects BuddyPress Better Registration: from n/a through <= 1.6.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
BuddyPress Better Registration versions 1.6 and earlier contain an authentication bypass vulnerability. An attacker can register accounts, modify user data, or delete content without valid credentials. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be exploited remotely. All sites running affected versions should update immediately.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Register accounts, modify user data, or delete site content without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can create accounts, alter user profiles, and delete content without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 16, 2024
CVE published
April 29, 2026
Record updated