Vulnerability Description
The Kirki – Freeform Page Builder, Website Builder & Customizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass in all versions up to, and including, 6.0.6. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying that a user is authorized to perform an action. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to view all Kirki frontend forms and read stored visitor form submission data, including contact details, messages, and any other visitor-provided information submitted through site forms.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/kirki/tags/6.0.4/includes/Ajax.php#L6
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3535640/kirki
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1a4414b1-6a49-42f8-992
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-8096?
CVE-2026-8096 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The Kirki – Freeform Page Builder, Website Builder & Customizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass in all versions up to, and including, 6.0.6. This is due to the plugin not pr...
How severe is CVE-2026-8096?
CVE-2026-8096 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-2026-8096?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.