What the vulnerability does
01Description
The AdForest theme for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 6.0.12. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying a user's identity prior to authenticating them through the 'sb_login_user_with_otp_fun' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as arbitrary users, including administrators.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
AdForest versions up to 6.0.12 contain a missing authentication vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read, modify, or delete data on the site without any user interaction. The vulnerability affects the core functionality and requires only network access to exploit. Site administrators should update immediately to a version newer than 6.0.12.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete site data without logging in.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can compromise data integrity, steal sensitive information, or disrupt site availability without credentials.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 12, 2026
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated