Is CVE-2026-8942 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-8942 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-8942 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-8942 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-8942?

CVE-2026-8942 has a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2026-8942

CWE-352Published: May 27, 2026· Updated: May 27, 2026

4.3

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.01%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:1.6th

Official Description

The MetaMagic SEO Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.6. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the metamagic_update_options function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify the plugin's SEO settings, including enabling or disabling the plugin and toggling description and keyword meta tag output via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-8942 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.