CVE-2026-66696: WordPress Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks plugin <= 3.7.8 - Sensitive Data Exposure vulnerability
Published Aug 6, 2026
·Updated
Contributor Sensitive Data Exposure in Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks <= 3.7.8 versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Kadence Blocks Gutenberg Blocks<=3.7.8
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocksto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.7.8.1
Event History
Aug 6, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:28 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-66696?
The severity of CVE-2026-66696 is medium, with a score of 4.3.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-66696?
CVE-2026-66696 is a Sensitive Data Exposure vulnerability affecting the Kadence Blocks plugin.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-66696?
To fix CVE-2026-66696, update the Kadence Blocks plugin to version 3.7.9 or later.
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What is affected by CVE-2026-66696?
CVE-2026-66696 affects the Gutenberg Blocks by Kadence Blocks plugin versions 3.7.8 and below.
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Who is impacted by CVE-2026-66696?
Contributors using the impacted versions of the Kadence Blocks plugin may be exposed to sensitive data.