CVE-2026-16562 Details
Description
The WP Statistics WordPress plugin before 14.16.10 does not perform a capability check on a set of dashboard analytics AJAX handlers, relying only on a nonce that every authenticated user holds, allowing users with Subscriber-level access and above to disclose the site's visitor analytics data.
A vulnerability in the WP Statistics WordPress plugin, affecting versions prior to 14.16.10, allows users with Subscriber-level access and above to access the site's visitor analytics data. The issue arises because the plugin's dashboard analytics AJAX handlers do not implement proper capability checks, relying solely on a nonce that all authenticated users possess.
Users are advised to update the WP Statistics WordPress plugin to version 14.16.10 or later.
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Volerion
Assessed Aug 8, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 10, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/09d79a3f-7bf0-47ab-bf6d-913eaeb71630/ | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploitRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-200 | Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| WP Statistics | < 14.16.10 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 8, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |