CVE-2026-48872

Name: CVE-2026-48872
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-06-15T21:17:16.67+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.28%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-48872 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Unauthenticated Sensitive Data Exposure in EmbedPress <= 4.5.2 versions.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unauthenticated Sensitive Data Exposure in EmbedPress <= 4.5.2 versions.

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

0.28%

19.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-639

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/embedpress/vulnerability/wordpress-embedpress-plugin-4-5-2-sensitive-data-exposure-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-48872?

Unauthenticated Sensitive Data Exposure in EmbedPress <= 4.5.2 versions.

How severe is CVE-2026-48872?

CVE-2026-48872 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-48872?

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-2026-48872?

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Source: NVD / NIST