CVE-2026-48872: WordPress EmbedPress plugin <= 4.5.2 - Sensitive Data Exposure vulnerability

Published Jun 15, 2026
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Updated

Unauthenticated Sensitive Data Exposure in EmbedPress <= 4.5.2 versions.

Affected Software

1 affected component
EmbedPress EmbedPress WordPress plugin<=4.5.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade wordpress/embedpress to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.5.3

Event History

Jun 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:18 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-48872?

The severity of CVE-2026-48872 is rated as high with a score of 7.5.

2

What does CVE-2026-48872 expose?

CVE-2026-48872 exposes sensitive data due to unauthenticated access in the EmbedPress plugin.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-48872?

To fix CVE-2026-48872, you should update the EmbedPress plugin to version 4.5.3 or later.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-48872?

Any users of the EmbedPress WordPress plugin version 4.5.2 or earlier are affected by CVE-2026-48872.

5

Is CVE-2026-48872 a critical vulnerability?

CVE-2026-48872 is considered a high-risk vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive data exposure.

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