CVE-2026-16051 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The wpmudev-updates WordPress plugin before 5.0.1 does not verify the integrity of the packages installed through its remote management interface, nor protect those requests against replay, allowing an attacker able to obtain or replay a valid signed management request to install and execute arbitrary code (remote code execution).

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-94

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/8dae5fbf-2e9d-4978-b97d-a20e076cd309/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16051?

CVE-2026-16051 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The wpmudev-updates WordPress plugin before 5.0.1 does not verify the integrity of the packages installed through its remote management interface, nor protect those requests against replay, allowing a...

How severe is CVE-2026-16051?

CVE-2026-16051 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16051?

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