CVE-2026-1557

Name: CVE-2026-1557
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-26T02:16:19.99+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.72%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-1557 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Responsive Images plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.0 via the 'src' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.. EPSS estimates a 1.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The WP Responsive Images plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.0 via the 'src' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

1.72%

74.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 26, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-1557?

How severe is CVE-2026-1557?

CVE-2026-1557 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-1557?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST