Vulnerability Description
phpMyFAQ before 4.1.2 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability in AbstractAdministrationController::userHasPermission() that fails to terminate execution after sending a forbidden response. Attackers can access all permission-protected admin pages by requesting their URLs as authenticated users, exposing admin logs, user data, system information, and application configuration.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/security/advisories/GHSA-hpgw-ww76-c68r
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/phpmyfaq-authorization-bypass-in-admin-page
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-46362?
CVE-2026-46362 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). phpMyFAQ before 4.1.2 contains an authorization bypass vulnerability in AbstractAdministrationController::userHasPermission() that fails to terminate execution after sending a forbidden response. Atta...
How severe is CVE-2026-46362?
CVE-2026-46362 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-46362?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.