Vulnerability Description
The Genzel breadcrumbs plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.2. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the _options_page function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to update the plugin's breadcrumb configuration, including templates, delimiter, home label, home URI, and breadcrumb rules via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/genzel-breadcrumbs/trunk/gb.class.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/genzel-breadcrumbs/trunk/gb.class.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/genzel-breadcrumbs/trunk/page-options
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e9e4ffa9-9f61-42e8-85f
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-8708?
CVE-2026-8708 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Genzel breadcrumbs plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.2. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the _options_...
How severe is CVE-2026-8708?
CVE-2026-8708 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-8708?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.