CVE-2026-1729

Name: CVE-2026-1729
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-12T02:15:48.993+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.58%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-1729 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The AdForest theme for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 6.0.12. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying a user's identity prior to authenticating them through the 'sb_login_user_with_otp_fun' function. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The AdForest theme for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 6.0.12. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying a user's identity prior to authenticating them through the 'sb_login_user_with_otp_fun' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as arbitrary users, including administrators.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.58%

43.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-306

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 12, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-1729?

How severe is CVE-2026-1729?

CVE-2026-1729 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-1729?

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