CVE-2026-16042 — MEDIUM (4.3)

Vulnerability Description

The LWS Optimize WordPress plugin before 3.4 does not perform a capability check on its cache-clearing actions, allowing any authenticated user, including Subscribers, to flush the site's caches and force repeated cache rebuilds.

CVSS Score

4.3

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-862

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0ea45a09-3155-4e47-97f7-f7645d583565/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16042?

CVE-2026-16042 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The LWS Optimize WordPress plugin before 3.4 does not perform a capability check on its cache-clearing actions, allowing any authenticated user, including Subscribers, to flush the site's caches and ...

How severe is CVE-2026-16042?

CVE-2026-16042 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-2026-16042?

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