CVE-2026-16298

Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

Unauthenticated Password Reset in FoodBoxBooker WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-10

Last updated on: 2026-08-26

Assigner: WPScan

Description

The FoodBoxBooker WordPress plugin before 1.0.7 does not properly validate the password reset request, allowing unauthenticated attackers to reset the password of arbitrary users, including administrators, which could lead to a full site takeover.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-10

Last Modified

2026-08-26

Generated

2026-08-30

AI Q&A

2026-08-10

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-29

NVD

CVE-2026-16298

EUVD

EUVD-2026-55036

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
foodboxbooker	foodboxbooker	to 1.0.7 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-269	The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.

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Executive Summary

The FoodBoxBooker WordPress plugin before version 1.0.7 has a vulnerability where it fails to properly validate password reset requests. This allows unauthenticated attackers to reset passwords for any user, including administrators, without needing to verify their identity. This flaw can lead to a full site takeover by granting unauthorized access to privileged accounts.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the FoodBoxBooker WordPress plugin. If it is below 1.0.7, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files directly.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows attackers to take over your WordPress site by resetting passwords for any user, including administrators. Once they gain access, they can control your site, steal data, install malicious software, or disrupt operations. It poses a high risk to site integrity and confidentiality.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data, violating compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations. It may result in data breaches, unauthorized disclosures, and failure to meet security and privacy requirements, potentially leading to legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the FoodBoxBooker plugin to version 1.0.7 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin until a patch is applied to prevent unauthorized password resets.

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