CVE-2026-14829: Checkimate <= 1.0.13 - Unauthenticated License Deactivation via Hardcoded Secret
The Checkimate — WooCommerce Checkout, Abandoned Cart Recovery & Order Bumps WordPress plugin through 1.0.13 does not properly restrict access to its license-management functionality, relying on a shared secret computed entirely from publicly available information, allowing unauthenticated attackers to deactivate the Checkimate — WooCommerce Checkout, Abandoned Cart Recovery & Order Bumps WordPress plugin through 1.0.13's premium licensing state and erase the stored license key.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Checkimate — WooCommerce Checkout, Abandoned Cart Recovery & Order Bumps WordPress pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.0.13
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-14829?
The severity of CVE-2026-14829 is rated at 45, indicating a medium risk.
How do I fix CVE-2026-14829?
To fix CVE-2026-14829, update the Checkimate plugin to version 1.0.14 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-14829?
CVE-2026-14829 is an unauthenticated license deactivation vulnerability due to a hardcoded secret.
What plugin is affected by CVE-2026-14829?
CVE-2026-14829 affects the Checkimate plugin for WordPress, specifically versions up to 1.0.13.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-14829?
Users of the Checkimate plugin on WordPress are affected by CVE-2026-14829 if they are using the vulnerable version.