CVE-2026-42638: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in Syed Balkhi Easy Digital Downloads
Description
Unauthenticated Broken Access Control in Easy Digital Downloads <= 3.7.1 versions.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
Affected software
Syed Balkhi
Easy Digital Downloads
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-42638 is an unauthenticated broken access control vulnerability (CWE-862) affecting Easy Digital Downloads versions up to and including 3.7.1. The flaw allows attackers to bypass authorization checks and perform actions that should be restricted. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.5, reflecting a network attack vector with low complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impact limited to integrity compromise without confidentiality or availability impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to bypass authorization controls, potentially leading to unauthorized modification or manipulation of data (integrity impact). There is no impact on confidentiality or availability according to the CVSS vector. Exploitation does not require privileges or user interaction.
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 the affected application and monitor for suspicious activity related to authorization bypass attempts.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-29T07:06:45.122Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ac4b6442cdf04f65690d99b
Added to database: 10/06/2026, 08:50:12 UTC
Last enriched: 10/06/2026, 09:03:41 UTC
Last updated: 10/06/2026, 18:57:28 UTC
Views: 15
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