How severe is CVE-2026-35675?

CVE-2026-35675 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-35675 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-35675?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-35675 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-35675 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-32904.

When was CVE-2026-35675 published?

CVE-2026-35675 was published on 2026-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-35675

CVE-2026-35675 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-307.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.2)
CVSS v4: 8.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-32904
Weakness: CWE-307
Published: 2026-05-28
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

phpMyFAQ before 4.1.3 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the password reset endpoint that allows unauthenticated attackers to reset any user account password without token verification or email confirmation. Attackers can enumerate valid usernames, obtain plaintext passwords via email, and achieve complete account takeover including administrative access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-35675?: phpMyFAQ before 4.1.3 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the password reset endpoint that allows unauthenticated attackers to reset any user account password without token verification or email confirmation. Attackers can enumerate valid usernames, obtain plaintext passwords via email, and achieve complete account takeover including administrative access.
How severe is CVE-2026-35675?: CVE-2026-35675 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-35675 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-35675?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-35675 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-35675 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-32904.
When was CVE-2026-35675 published?: CVE-2026-35675 was published on 2026-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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