Skip to main content

CVE-2026-110901: Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in WPMU DEV SmartCrawl

0
Medium
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-110901cvecve-2026-110901
Published: 10/16/2026 (10/16/2026, 12:50:03 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: WPMU DEV
Product: SmartCrawl

Description

Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key vulnerability in WPMU DEV SmartCrawl smartcrawl-seo allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects SmartCrawl: from n/a through 3.16.4.

CVSS v3.1

Score 5.4medium

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
Low
Availability
None
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N

Affected software

WPMU DEV

SmartCrawl

Affected versions
>=0 <3.17.1

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 10/16/2026, 13:18:17 UTC

Technical Analysis

The vulnerability CVE-2026-110901 in WPMU DEV SmartCrawl SEO plugin arises from incorrect access control configurations that permit authorization bypass via a user-controlled key. This flaw allows an attacker with low privileges to gain unauthorized access to certain functionalities or data by exploiting the misconfiguration. The affected versions include all releases prior to 3.17.1, specifically from the initial versions up to 3.16.4. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.4, indicating a medium severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. Confidentiality and integrity impacts are low, with no availability impact reported.

Potential Impact

An attacker with low privileges can bypass authorization controls by manipulating a user-controlled key due to misconfigured access control security levels. This could lead to unauthorized access to restricted features or data within the SmartCrawl plugin. The impact is limited to confidentiality and integrity with low severity, and no availability impact is noted.

Mitigation Recommendations

No explicit patch or remediation information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, review and tighten access control configurations in SmartCrawl to prevent unauthorized key manipulation. Monitor vendor communications for updates and apply patches promptly once available.

Pro Console: star threats, build custom feeds, automate alerts via Slack, email & webhooks.Upgrade to Pro

Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Patchstack
Date Reserved
2026-10-15T00:19:27.828Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6ad220cc2cdf04f656f03515

Added to database: 10/16/2026, 13:04:12 UTC

Last enriched: 10/16/2026, 13:18:17 UTC

Last updated: 10/16/2026, 19:03:29 UTC

Views: 11

Community Reviews

0 reviews

Crowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.

Sort by
Loading community insights…

Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.

Actions

PRO

Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.

Please log in to the Console to use AI analysis features.

Need more coverage?

Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.

For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.

Latest Threats

Breach by OffSeqOFFSEQFRIENDS — 25% OFF

Check if your credentials are on the dark web

Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.

Scan now
OffSeq TrainingCredly Certified

Lead Pen Test Professional

Technical5-day eLearningPECB Accredited
View courses