CVE-2026-111897: Missing Authorization in thorsten phpMyFAQ
Description
phpMyFAQ versions from 4.2.0-alpha up to but not including 4.2.0-beta contain an authorization bypass vulnerability. This flaw allows editors with category restrictions to manage attachments of FAQs outside their authorized categories by manipulating record or attachment IDs. Attackers with medium permission levels can upload or delete attachments on unauthorized FAQs, potentially tampering with or removing files without proper authorization.
CVSS v4.0
Score 7.1high
Affected software
thorsten
phpMyFAQ
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-111897 is an authorization bypass vulnerability in phpMyFAQ affecting versions >=4.2.0-alpha and <4.2.0-beta. The vulnerability permits category-restricted editors to circumvent access controls by supplying arbitrary record or attachment IDs, enabling them to manage attachments of FAQs outside their permitted categories. This allows attackers with medium-level permissions to upload or delete attachments on unauthorized FAQ entries, violating intended access restrictions.
Potential Impact
Attackers with medium permission levels can bypass category-based authorization controls to upload or delete attachments associated with FAQs outside their authorized categories. This could lead to unauthorized modification or removal of files, potentially impacting data integrity and availability of FAQ attachments.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict editor permissions carefully and monitor for unauthorized attachment modifications. Avoid granting medium permission mode users unnecessary access to attachment management functions.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulnCheck
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-17T12:16:44.850Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad3c6d02cdf04f6565207ff
Added to database: 10/17/2026, 19:04:48 UTC
Last enriched: 10/17/2026, 19:19:37 UTC
Last updated: 10/17/2026, 22:21:04 UTC
Views: 4
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