Attack ChainAIDerived
Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain
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AccessAccess Bit SMTP plugin interface
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ExploitExploit privilege assignment flaw
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ExecutionEscalate to administrative permissions
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ImpactExecute arbitrary actions with elevated access
Vulnerability Assessment
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CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A06:2025 - Insecure Design
ASVS 5.0
V8 - Authorization Privilege assignment review
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| Exploitation Conditions | Bit SMTP plugin versions <= 1.2.2 running on WordPress. Remote unauthenticated attacker can exploit via network. Requires high complexity attack vector; specific exploitation method not detailed in CVE description. No victim interaction needed. |
| Impact | The real-world risk of this vulnerability is significant despite the absence of a CVSS score and EPSS metric. The vulnerability is classified as a privilege escalation flaw affecting a widely-used WordPress plugin, which suggests high potential impact in WordPress environments. The fact that Patchstack has documented it and ENISA has assigned a formal EUVD identifier indicates credible security research and institutional recognition. Without published CVSS vector details, we cannot assess attack complexity or required privileges, but the nature of the flaw (privilege assignment errors) typically suggests low attack complexity and no special privileges required for exploitation. WordPress plugin vulnerabilities are frequently targeted by automated scanning tools, and privilege escalation flaws are prioritized by attackers. The absence of public POC or KEV status does not diminish the risk; rather, it suggests the vulnerability may not yet be widely exploited but remains a priority for patching before public disclosure amplifies threat activity. |
| Exploit ScenarioDerived | An attacker with a low-privileged WordPress user account (such as a contributor or subscriber) could exploit the privilege assignment flaw in Bit SMTP to escalate their permissions to administrator level. By sending a crafted request to the plugin's SMTP configuration endpoints or email handling functions that fail to properly validate user capabilities, the attacker could modify email settings, access stored SMTP credentials, or execute administrative actions without proper authorization. This could lead to site compromise, credential theft, or use of the compromised site for further attacks. |
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Alert meAnalysisAIv1 – Mar 25, 2026
Bit SMTP version 1.2.2 and earlier contains an Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability (CWE-266) that allows privilege escalation attacks. The vulnerability affects the Bit SMTP WordPress plugin and permits attackers to elevate their privileges beyond their intended authorization level. While no CVSS score or EPSS data is currently published, the vulnerability has been documented by Patchstack and assigned ENISA EUVD ID EUVD-2026-15882, indicating formal recognition of the security issue.
RemediationAI
Immediately upgrade Bit SMTP to a version later than 1.2.2 when available from the Bit Apps development team. Users should check the official Bit SMTP plugin repository or Patchstack database (https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/bit-smtp/) for patch availability and release notes. Until an updated version is available, restrict access to the WordPress admin dashboard to trusted users only, disable the Bit SMTP plugin if not actively in use, and consider implementing Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to monitor for exploitation attempts targeting SMTP configuration endpoints. Administrators should also review user roles and capabilities to ensure that only appropriate administrators have email management permissions, and audit recent plugin activity logs for signs of unauthorized privilege escalation.
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Technical ContextAI · show details
Bit SMTP is a WordPress plugin (identified via CPE cpe:2.3:a:bit_apps:bit_smtp) designed to handle SMTP email functionality within WordPress installations. The vulnerability stems from CWE-266 (Incorrect Privilege Assignment), which occurs when the application fails to properly validate or enforce role-based access controls. This flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication or authorization checks that should restrict certain operations to privileged users only. The root cause likely involves improper capability checks or role validation in the plugin's email handling logic, potentially allowing unauthenticated or low-privileged users to perform administrative actions such as modifying email settings, accessing sensitive configuration, or sending emails on behalf of the site.
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Severity by source
AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorNVD
DescriptionCVE.org
Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in Bit Apps Bit SMTP bit-smtp allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects Bit SMTP: from n/a through <= 1.2.2.
Executive ViewAI
Organizations using Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in Bit Apps Bit SMTP bit-smtp face critical risk from CVE-2026-32519 rated CVSS 9.0. Successful exploitation could critically impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems. Organizations should apply vendor updates immediately when available and implement compensating controls in the interim.
Apply vendor patch. If immediate patching is not feasible: (1) Implement network-level access controls to limit exposure; (2) Enable enhanced monitoring and alerting; (3) Apply principle of least privilege.
Threat Intelligence Overview
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Attack Technique
Privilege escalation occurs when an attacker leverages flaws in access control mechanisms to gain permissions beyond what they were originally granted.
EUVD-2026-15882
GHSA-mff3-m6p6-mh2j
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EPSS
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