Is CVE-2026-4029 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-4029 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-4029 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-4029 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-4029?

CVE-2026-4029 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2026-4029

CWE-862Published: May 14, 2026· Updated: May 14, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.06%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:18.3th

Official Description

The Database Backup for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized database export in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.2. This is due to the plugin not properly enforcing the return value of its authorization check. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to export database tables, leading to Sensitive Information Exposure. Note: This vulnerability is only exploitable in WordPress Multisite environments where the deprecated is_site_admin() function exists.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-4029 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.