Vulnerability Description
The Enable Media Replace plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to an improper capability check on the 'RemoveBackGroundViewController::load' function in all versions up to, and including, 4.1.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to replace any attachment with a removed background attachment.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/short-pixel-optimizer/enable-media-replace/commit/8ca282e68e5
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/enable-media-replace/tags/4.1.7/class
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/enable-media-replace/tags/4.1.7/class
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3473504/enable-media-replace#file26
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2c5f2dc8-67f7-4dbf-863
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-2732?
CVE-2026-2732 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Enable Media Replace plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to an improper capability check on the 'RemoveBackGroundViewController::load' function in all versi...
How severe is CVE-2026-2732?
CVE-2026-2732 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-2732?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.