Vulnerability Description
The Business Directory Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing authorization check in all versions up to, and including, 6.4.20. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify arbitrary listings, including changing titles, content, and email addresses, by directly referencing the listing ID in crafted requests to the wpbdp_ajax AJAX action.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/business-directory-plugin/tags/6.4.20
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/business-directory-plugin/trunk/inclu
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3452627/business-directory-plugin/t
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f894ce75-168c-4baa-8ca
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-1656?
CVE-2026-1656 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The Business Directory Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing authorization check in all versions up to, and including, 6.4.20. This makes it possible for unauthen...
How severe is CVE-2026-1656?
CVE-2026-1656 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-1656?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.