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 <= 1.79.262.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Fast Total Search versions up to 1.79.262 lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users with low privileges to modify data they should not have access to. The vulnerability requires a valid WordPress account but no special interaction. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 1.79.262 to prevent unauthorized modifications.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify data in the plugin without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Low-privilege users can alter plugin data or settings they shouldn't be able to change.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress account (e.g., subscriber or contributor).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 27, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated