PatchSiren cyber security CVE debrief
CVE-2026-109897 WP Chill CVE debrief
A Missing Authorization vulnerability in the WordPress Strong Testimonials plugin allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. This issue affects Strong Testimonials versions from n/a through 3.3.12. Defenders responsible for WordPress installations with the Strong Testimonials plugin should assess exposure and prioritize verification and remediation. The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access if not properly addressed. The CVE record and source item provide details on the vulnerability, but limited information is available on exploitation or impact.
- Vendor
- WP Chill
- Product
- Strong Testimonials
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 5.4
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-10-15
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-10-15
- Advisory published
- 2026-10-15
- Advisory updated
- 2026-10-15
Who should care
Defenders responsible for WordPress installations with the Strong Testimonials plugin should assess exposure and prioritize verification and remediation.
Why it matters
Defenders should prioritize verifying and updating Strong Testimonials plugin versions and review access control configurations to prevent potential exploitation and unauthorized access.
- Verify and update Strong Testimonials plugin versions to prevent potential exploitation
- Review access control configurations to prevent unauthorized access
Technical summary
The WordPress Strong Testimonials plugin has a Missing Authorization vulnerability, allowing attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. This issue affects Strong Testimonials versions from n/a through 3.3.12. The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access if not properly addressed. Defenders should prioritize verifying and updating Strong Testimonials plugin versions to 3.3.13 or later, and review access control configurations to prevent potential exploitation.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize verifying and updating Strong Testimonials plugin versions to 3.3.13 or later, and review access control configurations.
Recommended defensive actions
- Verify Strong Testimonials plugin version and update to 3.3.13 or later if necessary
- Review access control configurations for Strong Testimonials plugin
- Monitor for potential exploitation attempts
Evidence notes
The CVE record and source item provide details on the vulnerability, but limited information is available on exploitation or impact. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, and defenders should verify and update Strong Testimonials plugin versions to prevent potential exploitation. The source item and CVE record are the primary sources of information for this vulnerability. No additional information on exploitation or impact is available at this time.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-109897 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-109897
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-109897 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-109897
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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WordPress Strong Testimonials plugin <= 3.3.12 - Broken Access Control vulnerability
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/109xxx/CVE-2026-109897.json
cve_program_cvelist_v5
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.