Vulnerability Description
The Frontend Post Submission Manager Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Open Redirection in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.7 due to insufficient validation on the 'requested_page' POST parameter in the verify_username_password function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to redirect users to potentially malicious sites if they can successfully trick them into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/frontend-post-submission-manager-lite
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/frontend-post-submission-manager-lite
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/92c52129-7cf5-4a1b-80a
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-1296?
CVE-2026-1296 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). The Frontend Post Submission Manager Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Open Redirection in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.7 due to insufficient validation on the 'requested_page' POST...
How severe is CVE-2026-1296?
CVE-2026-1296 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-1296?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.