CVE-2026-40789
Description
Unauthenticated sensitive data exposure in Amelia plugin versions <= 2.2 allows attackers to view confidential information.
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Unauthenticated sensitive data exposure in Amelia plugin versions <= 2.2 allows attackers to view confidential information.
Vulnerability
The Amelia plugin for WordPress versions 2.2 and earlier [1] contains an unauthenticated sensitive data exposure vulnerability. The bug allows an attacker to access sensitive information without any authentication. Affected versions: all versions up to and including 2.2.
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely without any authentication or user interaction [1]. The exact attack vector is not detailed, but it likely involves sending a crafted request to a vulnerable endpoint that exposes sensitive data.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated attacker to view sensitive information that is normally restricted [1]. This could include user data, configuration details, or other confidential data, potentially leading to further attacks.
Mitigation
The vulnerability is fixed in version 2.2.1 [1]. Users should update to 2.2.1 or later immediately. No virtual patch is available due to the nature of the vulnerability. The plugin is actively targeted in mass-exploit campaigns.
AI Insight generated on Jun 15, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1Patches
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Vulnerability mechanics
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References
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