CVE-2026-84757: WordPress WP Compress plugin <= 7.21.28 - Settings Change vulnerability

Published Sep 3, 2026
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Updated

Unauthenticated Settings Change in WP Compress <= 7.21.28 versions.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WP Compress<=7.21.28

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade WordPress WP Compress plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.22.0

Event History

Sep 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:31 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Who can exploit this issue?

A remote attacker does not need authentication or user interaction to exploit it. The vulnerability has low attack complexity.

2

Which installations are affected?

WP Compress versions 7.21.28 and earlier are affected. The provided information does not state whether any particular configuration changes exposure.

3

How can I determine whether my site is affected?

Check the installed WP Compress plugin version. Sites running version 7.21.28 or an earlier version are affected according to the available data.

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