CVE-2026-65501 in Shiptastic for Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 07/23/2026
Unauthenticated Insecure Direct Object References (IDOR) in Shiptastic for WooCommerce <= 5.1.0 versions.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/23/2026
The vulnerability identified as unauthenticated insecure direct object references in Shiptastic for WooCommerce affects versions up to and including 5.1.0, representing a critical security flaw that allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and directly access sensitive resources. This type of vulnerability falls under the CWE-284 category, which specifically addresses inadequate access control and improper privileges. The issue manifests when the plugin fails to properly validate user permissions before processing requests, enabling unauthorized individuals to manipulate object references and gain access to restricted data or functionality.
The technical implementation flaw occurs within the plugin's handling of direct object references where user requests are processed without proper verification of authorization status. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious requests that target specific resource identifiers, such as order numbers, customer data, or shipping information, without requiring valid authentication credentials. This vulnerability operates at the application layer and can be classified under the ATT&CK technique T1078 which involves legitimate credentials and the use of valid accounts for access.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, potentially allowing attackers to access sensitive customer information including personal details, order history, shipping addresses, and payment information. The consequences are particularly severe given that Shiptastic is a WooCommerce plugin designed for e-commerce operations where such data represents critical business assets and customer privacy concerns. Depending on the specific implementation, attackers might also gain access to administrative functions or be able to modify order status, customer records, or shipping configurations without proper authorization.
Mitigation strategies should include immediate patching of affected versions to the latest stable release that addresses the IDOR vulnerability. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and authentication checks within the plugin code is essential, ensuring that all direct object references are validated against user permissions before processing. The implementation of access control mechanisms that enforce proper authorization checks for each request represents a fundamental security requirement. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to monitor and filter suspicious requests, as well as conducting thorough penetration testing to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of their e-commerce infrastructure. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments are crucial to maintaining robust protection against such access control flaws that can have far-reaching consequences for both businesses and their customers.