Auth bypass in Joomunited Wp File Download
CVE-2026-94538
The WP File Download plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass in all versions up to, and including, 6.3.9. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying that a user is authorized to perform an action. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to permanently delete any file managed by WP File Download, empty the entire trash, move files between categories, and publish or unpublish arbitrary files.
Vulnerability class: Broken Access Control
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CVSS v3 metric
CVSS v3 base score 8.1 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H.
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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Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-94538?
- CVE-2026-94538 is a high-severity vulnerability in Joomunited Wp File Download, classified under Missing Authorization. CVSS score: 8.1/10. Published 2026-10-10.
- How severe is CVE-2026-94538?
- High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.1 out of 10.