CVE-2026-1944: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in krellbat CallbackKiller service widget
The CallbackKiller service widget plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the cbk_save() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify the plugin's site ID settings via the 'cbk_save_v1' AJAX action.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The CallbackKiller service widget plugin for WordPress suffers from a missing authorization check (CWE-862) in its cbk_save() function. This flaw enables unauthenticated attackers to invoke the 'cbk_save_v1' AJAX action and modify the plugin's site ID settings without proper capability verification. The issue affects all versions up to 1.2 and is classified with a CVSS 3.1 score of 5.3 (medium severity), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, unchanged scope, no confidentiality impact, low integrity impact, and no availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
Potential Impact
An attacker can modify the plugin's site ID settings without authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized changes in plugin configuration. There is no direct impact on confidentiality or availability, but integrity of the plugin's settings is compromised. No known exploitation in the wild has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to AJAX endpoints or disabling the plugin if feasible to reduce exposure. Monitor official vendor channels for updates regarding a patch or official fix.
CVE-2026-1944: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in krellbat CallbackKiller service widget
Description
The CallbackKiller service widget plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the cbk_save() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify the plugin's site ID settings via the 'cbk_save_v1' AJAX action.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The CallbackKiller service widget plugin for WordPress suffers from a missing authorization check (CWE-862) in its cbk_save() function. This flaw enables unauthenticated attackers to invoke the 'cbk_save_v1' AJAX action and modify the plugin's site ID settings without proper capability verification. The issue affects all versions up to 1.2 and is classified with a CVSS 3.1 score of 5.3 (medium severity), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, unchanged scope, no confidentiality impact, low integrity impact, and no availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
Potential Impact
An attacker can modify the plugin's site ID settings without authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized changes in plugin configuration. There is no direct impact on confidentiality or availability, but integrity of the plugin's settings is compromised. No known exploitation in the wild has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to AJAX endpoints or disabling the plugin if feasible to reduce exposure. Monitor official vendor channels for updates regarding a patch or official fix.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-02-04T21:35:36.617Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69901aedc9e1ff5ad86893de
Added to database: 2/14/2026, 6:49:17 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 6:37:20 PM
Last updated: 5/22/2026, 5:54:36 AM
Views: 123
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