Vulnerability Assessment
| Weakness |
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A01:2025 - Broken Access Control
ASVS 5.0
V8 - Authorization Authorization checks on every request
MITRE ATT&CK
1 technique across 1 tactic: Privilege Escalation The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up. |
| Impact | Although CVSS and EPSS scores are not provided, the CWE-862 classification (Missing Authorization) combined with the 'Authentication Bypass' tag indicates this is a critical vulnerability with high real-world risk. Missing authorization vulnerabilities typically have low attack complexity and require no privileges or user interaction, making them frequently exploitable. The fact that Patchstack reported this and it received an ENISA EUVD ID (EUVD-2026-15825) signals institutional recognition of severity. The version constraint (through 1.3.63 with unclear initial affected version) suggests a widespread exposure window. Without explicit KEV or POC data in the intelligence, we assess this as a high-priority issue warranting immediate patching due to the permission bypass nature and WordPress plugin ubiquity; however, real-world impact depends on whether the plugin is widely deployed and whether threat actors have weaponized the flaw. |
| Exploit ScenarioDerived | An unauthenticated attacker or low-privileged WordPress user could craft requests directly to the Contact Form Email plugin's administrative functions, bypassing authorization checks due to missing capability verification. For example, the attacker could modify form configurations, redirect email submissions to an attacker-controlled address, or extract sensitive contact form data without possessing the required WordPress administrator role. Because the vulnerability is classified as a missing authorization flaw (not requiring valid credentials), exploitation could occur remotely without user interaction, making it straightforward for attackers to automate discovery and exploitation across multiple WordPress installations. |
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Alert meAnalysisAIv1 – Mar 25, 2026
Improper access control in Contact Form Email plugin version 1.3.63 and earlier allows authenticated attackers to modify or inject unauthorized data through inadequately restricted endpoints. An attacker with low-privilege access can exploit misconfigured security levels to manipulate form submissions or sensitive information without proper authorization checks.
Earlier versions of this analysis (1)
A missing authorization vulnerability exists in CodePeople Contact Form Email plugin (versions up to 1.3.63) that allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. This broken access control flaw (CWE-862) enables unauthorized users to perform actions they should not be permitted to execute, potentially compromising form submissions, email routing, and plugin configuration. The vulnerability affects WordPress installations using the affected plugin versions, and while specific CVSS scoring is unavailable, the authentication bypass classification indicates high severity with likely remote unauthenticated or low-privilege exploitation potential.
RemediationAI
Immediately upgrade CodePeople Contact Form Email to a version later than 1.3.63 (consult the vendor or Patchstack for the specific patched release version). WordPress site administrators should access the WordPress plugin management interface, locate Contact Form Email, and apply any available updates. Until a patch is deployed, implement the following interim controls: restrict WordPress admin access to trusted IP ranges via .htaccess or Web Application Firewall rules, disable the plugin if it is not actively required for site operations, and audit recent form submissions and plugin configuration changes for signs of unauthorized access. Additionally, enforce strong authentication for all WordPress user accounts, enable two-factor authentication, and monitor access logs for suspicious activity targeting the plugin's endpoints.
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Technical ContextAI · show details
The Contact Form Email plugin for WordPress (identified by CPE cpe:2.3:a:codepeople:contact_form_email:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*) is a form-building utility that handles email delivery and contact data processing. The vulnerability stems from CWE-862 (Missing Authorization), a fundamental access control flaw where the plugin fails to properly verify user permissions before allowing sensitive operations. WordPress plugins execute within the WordPress permission framework (capabilities system), and this vulnerability suggests the plugin lacks proper capability checks (such as current_user_can() or wp_verify_nonce()) on critical endpoints or admin functions, allowing unauthenticated or low-privileged users to bypass intended authorization controls and manipulate form settings, access submissions, or inject malicious data.
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AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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CVSS VectorNVD
DescriptionCVE.org
Missing Authorization vulnerability in codepeople Contact Form Email contact-form-to-email allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Contact Form Email: from n/a through <= 1.3.63.
Executive ViewAI
CVE-2026-32483 presents notable security risk, a missing authorization vulnerability rated CVSS 6.5. Attackers could gain access beyond their authorized level. Organizations should apply vendor updates when available and monitor for exploitation.
Apply vendor patch. If patching is delayed: restrict network access and enable monitoring.
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SSVC AssessmentENISA
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Attack Technique
Authentication bypass attacks exploit flaws in the verification mechanisms that control access to systems and applications.
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