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9.8

WordPress Digits plugin may let attackers become admins

CVE-2026-28165 · published 10 days ago
Summary

Websites that use the Digits extra feature for WordPress, up to version 9.2, can be accessed by anyone on the internet who can then gain administrator privileges. This could let an attacker change site settings, add malicious code, or steal data. Update the Digits feature to the latest version or remove it if you do not need it.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
unitedover, llc digits <= 9.2
Original advisory text
WordPress Digits plugin <= 9.2 - Privilege Escalation vulnerability
Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation in Digits <= 9.2 versions.
References
Severity
9.8 Critical
CVSS 3.1: 9.8 (NVD)
Exploitation
EPSS <1%
Type
CWE-266Incorrect Privilege Assignment
Timeline
Published24 Aug 2026
Updated29 Aug 2026
First seen24 Aug 2026
Sources
CVE-2026-28165 · NVD
CVE-2026-28165 · MITRE
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