The Meta Box WordPress plugin before 5.13.1 does not verify that a user is authorized to delete the supplied attachment before deleting it, allowing users with a low-privilege role such as Contributor to permanently delete arbitrary media attachments belonging to other users.
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meta Box Plugin | — | Update meta-box plugin to version 5.13.1, or a newer patched version | Aug 14, 2026 | Aug 2, 2026 |
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