Vulnerability Description
The SearchPlus plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification and deletion of data in versions up to, and including, 1.7.1. This is due to a missing capability check and missing nonce validation on the searchplus_save_token_action_callback() and searchplus_reset_token_action_callback() functions, both of which are exposed to unauthenticated users through the wp_ajax_nopriv_ hooks. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to overwrite or delete the plugin's stored account token and account name options (dym_token, dym_name, searchplus_token, searchplus_name, sp_token, sp_name).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/searchplus/tags/1.7.1/includes/functi
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/searchplus/tags/1.7.1/includes/functi
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/searchplus/tags/1.7.1/includes/functi
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/searchplus/tags/1.7.1/includes/functi
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b1800f37-f9ab-454b-84f
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-8617?
CVE-2026-8617 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The SearchPlus plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification and deletion of data in versions up to, and including, 1.7.1. This is due to a missing capability check and missing nonce...
How severe is CVE-2026-8617?
CVE-2026-8617 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-2026-8617?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.