CVE-2026-42657
Description
Unauthenticated vulnerability in Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress versions up to 28.1.7 allows attackers to exploit websites without authentication, potentially leading to mass exploitation.
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Unauthenticated vulnerability in Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress versions up to 28.1.7 allows attackers to exploit websites without authentication, potentially leading to mass exploitation.
Vulnerability
The Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress versions 28.1.7 and earlier contains an unauthenticated vulnerability classified as "Other Vulnerability Type". The exact technical details are not disclosed, but the vulnerability is remotely exploitable without any authentication requirements [1].
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability without needing any authentication or user interaction. The vulnerability is actively used in mass-exploit campaigns, allowing attackers to target thousands of websites simultaneously [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation may result in unauthorized actions or information disclosure, though the precise impact is not specified. The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 6.5 (Medium), indicating moderate severity [1].
Mitigation
The primary mitigation is to update the Contest Gallery plugin to a version newer than 28.1.7. If an immediate update is not possible, users are advised to contact their hosting provider or web developer for assistance [1].
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
1- Range: <=28.1.7
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
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