CVE-2026-77116: CWE-639 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in Brave
Brave Popup Builder versions through 0.8.5 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability (CWE-639) that allows any logged-in user, including Subscribers or WooCommerce Customers, to access popup content they should not be able to view by manipulating the post ID in the URL. This issue affects access control mechanisms within the plugin.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-77116 describes an authorization bypass vulnerability in the Brave Popup Builder WordPress plugin (slug: brave-popup-builder) affecting versions up to 0.8.5. The flaw allows any authenticated user, regardless of their role, to read restricted popup content by supplying a user-controlled post ID parameter in the URL. This represents a broken access control issue classified under CWE-639. No CVSS score or vendor advisory information is provided, and no patch or remediation details are available at this time.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to popup content that should be restricted, potentially exposing sensitive or private information to any logged-in user. This could lead to information disclosure within the affected WordPress environment. There is no evidence of active exploitation in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict user roles or access to the plugin where possible to limit exposure. Monitor official Brave Popup Builder channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2026-77116: CWE-639 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key in Brave
Description
Brave Popup Builder versions through 0.8.5 contain an authorization bypass vulnerability (CWE-639) that allows any logged-in user, including Subscribers or WooCommerce Customers, to access popup content they should not be able to view by manipulating the post ID in the URL. This issue affects access control mechanisms within the plugin.
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-77116 describes an authorization bypass vulnerability in the Brave Popup Builder WordPress plugin (slug: brave-popup-builder) affecting versions up to 0.8.5. The flaw allows any authenticated user, regardless of their role, to read restricted popup content by supplying a user-controlled post ID parameter in the URL. This represents a broken access control issue classified under CWE-639. No CVSS score or vendor advisory information is provided, and no patch or remediation details are available at this time.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to popup content that should be restricted, potentially exposing sensitive or private information to any logged-in user. This could lead to information disclosure within the affected WordPress environment. There is no evidence of active exploitation in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict user roles or access to the plugin where possible to limit exposure. Monitor official Brave Popup Builder channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- WPScan
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-20T12:20:10.497Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a8a91afacd9273b49900c7f
Added to database: 08/23/2026, 06:22:39 UTC
Last enriched: 08/23/2026, 06:37:02 UTC
Last updated: 08/23/2026, 06:37:02 UTC
Views: 4
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