RED FLAG

WordPress core flaw exploited in the wild; can allow server takeover

Original title:CISA KEV added CVE-2026-119977: WordPress WordPress Core – WordPress WordPress Core Time-of-check Time-of-use (TOCTOU) Race Condition Vulnerability

What happened

A flaw in WordPress core's upgrade process lets unauthenticated attackers run code on the server, and CISA lists it as exploited in the wild. Sites could be taken over during upgrades.

Who is affected

  • Anyone running a WordPress site
  • Agencies maintaining WordPress sites

What to do

Check WordPress's official announcement for the fixed version and update as soon as possible. Until confirmed, review when upgrades run and check logs and files for suspicious activity.

Affected products
ProductAffectedFixed in
WordPress Core要確認要確認
Why this flag

CISA KEV に掲載(悪用確認済み)かつ重大な影響

Red flag: session stopped — Exploitation confirmed with major impact. Assigned only when listed in CISA KEV or confirmed by a primary source.

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