CVE-2026-6235 Details
Description
The Sendmachine for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass via the 'manage_admin_requests' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.20. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying that a user is authorized to perform an action. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to overwrite the plugin's SMTP configuration, which can be leveraged to intercept all outbound emails from the site (including password reset emails).
A vulnerability exists in the Sendmachine for WordPress plugin, specifically in versions up to and including 1.0.20. The issue arises from an authorization bypass in the 'manage_admin_requests' function, where the plugin fails to properly verify user permissions. This flaw enables unauthenticated attackers to overwrite the SMTP configuration of the plugin, potentially intercepting all outgoing emails from the site, including password reset messages.
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Assessed Apr 22, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 23, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-862 | Missing Authorization | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Sendmachine | All versions |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 22, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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