What the vulnerability does
01Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Epsiloncool WP Fast Total Search fulltext-search allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WP Fast Total Search: from n/a through <= 1.78.258.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Fast Total Search versions up to 1.78.258 lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users to modify site data without appropriate permissions. An attacker with a low-privilege account can alter content or settings they should not have access to. Update to a version newer than 1.78.258 to resolve this issue.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify or delete site content and settings with a low-privilege user account.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can alter your site's search index, content, or plugin settings without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a valid WordPress user account with at least low-level privileges.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 24, 2025
CVE published
May 12, 2026
Record updated