What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Code Quality Control Tool plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in version 2.1 through publicly exposed log files. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to view potentially sensitive information contained in the exposed log files.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Code Quality Control Tool versions 2.1 and earlier expose sensitive information over the network without authentication. An attacker can read this data directly without needing to log in or interact with a user. The exposure is limited to information disclosure; the tool's functionality and availability are not affected.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive information from the tool over the network without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Sensitive data may be exposed to anyone on the network who can reach the tool.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the tool; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 11, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated