CVE-2026-111738 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

The Speed Optimizer WordPress plugin before 7.8.5 does not verify network-level privilege before applying an option change to the whole multisite network, nor restrict which option may be changed, allowing a site administrator who is not a Super Admin to create or overwrite network-wide options.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:L

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-863

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e08044dc-c514-4e4a-bf3e-995dd2ad29b1/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-111738?

CVE-2026-111738 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The Speed Optimizer WordPress plugin before 7.8.5 does not verify network-level privilege before applying an option change to the whole multisite network, nor restrict which option may be changed, al...

How severe is CVE-2026-111738?

CVE-2026-111738 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-111738?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.