CVE-2026-22489: Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in Wptexture Image Slider Slideshow
Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key vulnerability in Wptexture Image Slider Slideshow image-slider-slideshow allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Image Slider Slideshow: from n/a through <= 1.8.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in the Wptexture Image Slider Slideshow plugin allows an attacker with low privileges to bypass authorization controls by manipulating a user-controlled key due to improper access control configuration. It affects all versions up to 1.8. The CVSS score of 4.3 reflects the network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required, with impact limited to integrity loss but no confidentiality or availability impact. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An attacker with low privileges can bypass authorization controls, potentially allowing unauthorized actions that affect the integrity of the system or data managed by the plugin. There is no impact on confidentiality or availability reported. No known active exploitation has been documented.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin. Avoid exposing the plugin to untrusted users where possible.
CVE-2026-22489: Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in Wptexture Image Slider Slideshow
Description
Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key vulnerability in Wptexture Image Slider Slideshow image-slider-slideshow allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Image Slider Slideshow: from n/a through <= 1.8.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in the Wptexture Image Slider Slideshow plugin allows an attacker with low privileges to bypass authorization controls by manipulating a user-controlled key due to improper access control configuration. It affects all versions up to 1.8. The CVSS score of 4.3 reflects the network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required, with impact limited to integrity loss but no confidentiality or availability impact. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An attacker with low privileges can bypass authorization controls, potentially allowing unauthorized actions that affect the integrity of the system or data managed by the plugin. There is no impact on confidentiality or availability reported. No known active exploitation has been documented.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin. Avoid exposing the plugin to untrusted users where possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-01-07T13:44:23.294Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 695fe4612717593a336a1fec
Added to database: 1/8/2026, 5:07:45 PM
Last enriched: 5/1/2026, 7:51:47 PM
Last updated: 5/10/2026, 9:28:22 AM
Views: 89
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