CVE-2026-18469
Received Received - Intake

Password Reset Bypass in Login & Register Forms WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-10

Last updated on: 2026-08-10

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Login & Register Forms WordPress plugin before 4.0.2 does not enforce its password reset attempt limit against a server-derived value, keying both the verification code and the per-source attempt counter on client-controlled data, allowing unauthenticated attackers to reset the limit at will and brute-force the code to take over any account, including administrators, when the verification-code reset mode is enabled.

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Published
2026-08-10
Last Modified
2026-08-10
Generated
2026-08-10
AI Q&A
2026-08-10
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-18469
EUVD
EUVD-2026-55031

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wpforms login_and_register_forms to 4.0.2 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects the Login & Register Forms WordPress plugin before version 4.0.2. It allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass password reset attempt limits by exploiting client-controlled data. The plugin fails to enforce server-derived limits, enabling brute-force attacks on password reset codes to take over any account, including administrators, when verification-code reset mode is enabled.

Detection Guidance

Check if the Login & Register Forms WordPress plugin version is below 4.0.2. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files for version details in the plugin header.

Impact Analysis

Attackers can exploit this to gain unauthorized access to any user account on a vulnerable WordPress site, including admin accounts. This could lead to data theft, unauthorized modifications, or complete site takeover. The impact is severe as it bypasses authentication controls entirely.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR's data protection requirements and HIPAA's security rules for protected health information. Organizations may face compliance penalties, legal liabilities, and reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Login & Register Forms plugin to version 4.0.2 or later immediately. Disable the verification-code reset mode if not required. Monitor for unauthorized account access attempts.

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