Vulnerability Description
The Group Chat & Video Chat by AtomChat plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'atomchat_update_auth_ajax' and 'atomchat_update_layout_ajax' functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update plugin options, including critical settings such as API keys, authentication keys, and layout configurations.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/atomchat/tags/1.1.7/includes/atomchat
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/atomchat/trunk/includes/atomchat_requ
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5c2980c3-0038-42ab-875
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-1253?
CVE-2026-1253 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Group Chat & Video Chat by AtomChat plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'atomchat_update_auth_ajax' and 'atomchat_updat...
How severe is CVE-2026-1253?
CVE-2026-1253 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-1253?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.