CVE-2026-2948: Gutenverse – Ultimate WordPress FSE Blocks Addons & Ecosystem <= 3.5.3 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Server-Side Request Forgery via 'imageUrl'

Published May 5, 2026
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Updated

The Gutenverse – Ultimate WordPress FSE Blocks Addons & Ecosystem plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Server-Side Request Forgery in versions up to, and including, 3.5.3 via the importimages() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to make web requests to arbitrary locations originating from the web application and can be used to query and modify information from internal services.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Gutenverse Gutenverse – Ultimate WordPress FSE Blocks Addons & Ecosystem<=3.5.3

Event History

May 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:37 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:37 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-2948?

The severity of CVE-2026-2948 is classified as high due to the potential for server-side request forgery (SSRF) that can compromise server resources.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-2948?

To fix CVE-2026-2948, update the Gutenverse – Ultimate WordPress FSE Blocks Addons & Ecosystem plugin to version 3.5.4 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-2948?

CVE-2026-2948 affects versions up to 3.5.3 of the Gutenverse – Ultimate WordPress FSE Blocks Addons & Ecosystem plugin.

4

What exploitation methods are possible with CVE-2026-2948?

CVE-2026-2948 allows authenticated users with Contributor+ roles to perform server-side request forgery attacks through the 'imageUrl' parameter.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2026-2948?

Yes, there are reports of exploitation attempts leveraging CVE-2026-2948, highlighting the urgency for affected users to apply the necessary updates.

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