CVE-2026-65506 in MP3 Audio Player for Music
Summary
by MITRE • 07/23/2026
Unauthenticated Broken Access Control in MP3 Audio Player for Music, Radio & Podcast by Sonaar <= 5.12 versions.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/23/2026
The vulnerability identified in the MP3 Audio Player for Music Radio & Podcast plugin by Sonaar affects versions 5.12 and earlier, representing a critical unauthenticated broken access control flaw that exposes sensitive functionality to unauthorized users. This weakness allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain access to restricted administrative features without proper credentials, fundamentally undermining the security model of the application.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient validation of user permissions within the plugin's codebase, specifically in how it handles requests to administrative endpoints. When users attempt to access certain features such as media management, playlist configuration, or system settings, the application fails to properly verify whether the requesting user possesses the necessary privileges. This flaw typically manifests through predictable URL patterns or API endpoints that should only be accessible to authenticated administrators but remain reachable by any visitor to the website.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, potentially enabling attackers to execute a wide range of malicious activities including media file manipulation, playlist modification, and even complete system compromise. An attacker could leverage this weakness to upload malicious files, alter existing audio content, disrupt service availability through destructive modifications, or use the compromised plugin as a foothold for further attacks within the broader WordPress ecosystem. The vulnerability directly maps to CWE-284 which defines improper access control as a fundamental security weakness where systems fail to properly enforce authorization checks.
From an attack perspective this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078 which covers valid accounts usage, as attackers can exploit the broken access control to gain elevated privileges without requiring additional credential theft. The exposure of administrative functions through unauthenticated access creates opportunities for data exfiltration, system modification, and potential lateral movement within networks where WordPress installations are deployed. This particular weakness represents a common pattern in plugin development where security controls are either omitted during implementation or inadequately enforced.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including updating to the latest version of the plugin where this vulnerability has been addressed, implementing additional access controls through web application firewalls, and conducting comprehensive security audits of all installed plugins. The remediation process must include verifying that administrative endpoints properly validate user authentication status and enforce role-based access control mechanisms. Security hardening measures should also encompass monitoring for unauthorized access attempts to administrative interfaces and implementing proper input validation to prevent exploitation of related attack vectors.
The broader implications of this vulnerability highlight the critical importance of secure coding practices in WordPress plugin development, particularly around authentication and authorization implementation. Developers must ensure that all administrative functions perform proper privilege checks before executing sensitive operations, following established security frameworks such as the OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity guidelines for web application security. Regular security assessments and code reviews become essential components of maintaining secure software ecosystems where third-party plugins are integrated into production environments.