Auth bypass in Rtcamp Rtmedia For WordPress, Buddypress And Bbpress

CVE-2026-89301

The rtMedia for WordPress, BuddyPress and bbPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to limited file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the process function in all versions up to, and including, 4.7.13 This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary safe files on the server.. The public nonce (rtmedia_upload_nonce) is emitted into frontend JavaScript on any page rendering the rtMedia gallery or upload shortcode, making it retrievable by unauthenticated visitors without any prior authentication or privileged action.

Vulnerability class: Broken Access Control

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CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.5 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N.

EPSS exploit prediction

No EPSS score from FIRST.org yet. New CVEs usually get one within a few days; no score means no signal yet, not low risk. How EPSS works.

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Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-89301?
CVE-2026-89301 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rtcamp Rtmedia For WordPress, Buddypress And Bbpress, classified under Missing Authorization. CVSS score: 7.5/10. Published 2026-10-10.
How severe is CVE-2026-89301?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.5 out of 10.