CVE-2026-84066
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Directoryist Plugin Post Metadata Write Access Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-09-04

Last updated on: 2026-09-04

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Directorist: AI-Powered Business Directory, Listings & Classified Ads WordPress plugin before 8.9 does not verify that the requesting user owns the post being modified before writing uploaded file references to its metadata, allowing users with the subscriber role and above to overwrite image metadata on posts belonging to other users.

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Published
2026-09-04
Last Modified
2026-09-04
Generated
2026-09-04
AI Q&A
2026-09-04
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-84066
EUVD
EUVD-2026-70912

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Vendor Product Version / Range
directorist ai_powered_business_directory to 8.9 (exc)
directorist directorist to 8.9 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability affects the Directorist WordPress plugin before version 8.9. It allows users with subscriber role or higher to overwrite image metadata on posts belonging to other users without proper authorization. The flaw is in the atbdp_post_attachment_upload function which fails to verify post ownership.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the Directorist plugin. If it is below 8.9, the system is vulnerable. Use WordPress admin panel or run a command like 'wp plugin list' in the WordPress directory to verify the version.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could modify image metadata on your posts, potentially altering how images are displayed or linked. This could lead to misinformation, unauthorized changes, or reputational damage if your posts are altered without your knowledge.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could potentially impact compliance with GDPR and HIPAA by allowing unauthorized users to modify metadata on posts belonging to others. This may lead to unauthorized changes in data handling, access controls, or integrity of information, which are critical under these regulations.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Directorist plugin to version 8.9 or later immediately. Remove or restrict subscriber-level access if not required. Monitor for unauthorized metadata changes on posts.

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