CVE-2026-56066

Name: CVE-2026-56066
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-06-26T15:16:45.983+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.8/10

Last modified Jun 26, 2026

CVE-2026-56066 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion in ShortPixel Adaptive Images <= 3.11.4 versions..

Description

Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion in ShortPixel Adaptive Images <= 3.11.4 versions.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.8/10

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

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/shortpixel-adaptive-images/vulnerability/wordpress-shortpixel-adaptive-images-plugin-3-11-5-non-arbitrary-file-deletion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-56066?

Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion in ShortPixel Adaptive Images <= 3.11.4 versions.

How severe is CVE-2026-56066?

CVE-2026-56066 has a CVSS score of 5.8/10 (MEDIUM severity).

How do I fix CVE-2026-56066?

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-2026-56066?

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Source: NVD / NIST