CVE-2026-97196 Details
Description
Improper Validation of Unsafe Equivalence in Input vulnerability in Liquid Web / StellarWP GiveWP allows Authentication Bypass. This issue affects GiveWP: from n/a through 4.16.9.
An authentication bypass vulnerability has been identified in the Liquid Web / StellarWP GiveWP plugin, affecting versions through 4.16.9. This vulnerability arises from improper validation of unsafe equivalence in input, allowing attackers to bypass the login system or authenticate as other users without needing a password.
Users of the GiveWP plugin should update to version 4.17.0 or later. Patchstack users can enable auto-updates for vulnerable plugins.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
Volerion
Assessed Sep 30, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 30, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/give/vulnerability/wordpress-givewp-plugin-4-16-9-broken-authentication-vulnerability?_s_id=cve | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-1289 | Improper Validation of Unsafe Equivalence in Input | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Liquid Web GiveWP | <= 4.16.9 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 30, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |