CVE-2026-16299
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Unauthenticated Password Reset in Single Sign On For TNG WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-10

Last updated on: 2026-08-26

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Single Sign On For TNG WordPress plugin before 2.2.0 does not properly validate a 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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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-2026-16299
EUVD
EUVD-2026-55035

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_tng single_sign_on_for_tng to 2.2.0 (exc)

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-287 When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects the WordPress plugin 'Single Sign On For TNG' before version 2.2.0. It allows unauthenticated attackers to reset passwords for any user, including administrators, without proper validation. This flaw can lead to a complete takeover of the WordPress site.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the 'Single Sign On For TNG' WordPress plugin. If it is below 2.2.0, the system is vulnerable. Use WordPress admin panel or run a command like 'wp plugin list' if using WP-CLI to verify the version.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to reset passwords of any user, including administrators, gaining full control of the WordPress site. This could lead to data theft, defacement, or further attacks using the compromised site.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to user accounts, including sensitive data, which may violate GDPR and HIPAA compliance requirements for data protection and access controls.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the 'Single Sign On For TNG' plugin to version 2.2.0 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin temporarily until an update is applied.

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