CVE-2026-49062: WordPress Faust.js plugin <= 1.8.7 - Broken Authentication vulnerability
Published Jun 15, 2026
·Updated
Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability in WP Engine Faust.Js allows Password Recovery Exploitation.
This issue affects Faust.Js: from n/a through 1.8.7.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WP Engine Faust.js<=1.8.7
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress Faust.js Pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8.8
Event History
Jun 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:51 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-49062?
CVE-2026-49062 has a high severity rating of 8.8.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-49062?
To fix CVE-2026-49062, update the WP Engine Faust.js plugin to version 1.8.8 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-49062?
CVE-2026-49062 is a Broken Authentication vulnerability that allows password recovery exploitation.
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What versions of WP Engine Faust.js are affected by CVE-2026-49062?
CVE-2026-49062 affects WP Engine Faust.js versions from n/a to 1.8.7.
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What impact does CVE-2026-49062 have on WordPress security?
CVE-2026-49062 could allow unauthorized access to user accounts through bypassing authentication mechanisms.