CVE-2026-16298 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The FoodBoxBooker WordPress plugin before 1.0.7 does not properly validate the password reset request, allowing unauthenticated attackers to reset the password of arbitrary users, including administrators, which could lead to a full site takeover.

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-269

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/d554361c-e6c7-4843-a9cc-005b08685a5b/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16298?

CVE-2026-16298 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The FoodBoxBooker WordPress plugin before 1.0.7 does not properly validate the password reset request, allowing unauthenticated attackers to reset the password of arbitrary users, including administra...

How severe is CVE-2026-16298?

CVE-2026-16298 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-2026-16298?

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