CVE-2026-40788

Name: CVE-2026-40788
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-06-15T21:16:51.06+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-40788 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Subscriber Broken Access Control in ChatBot <= 7.9.7 versions.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Subscriber Broken Access Control in ChatBot <= 7.9.7 versions.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-862

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/chatbot/vulnerability/wordpress-chatbot-plugin-7-9-7-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Timeline

Published: Jun 15, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-40788?

Subscriber Broken Access Control in ChatBot <= 7.9.7 versions.

How severe is CVE-2026-40788?

CVE-2026-40788 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-40788?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-40788?

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Source: NVD / NIST