7.5
High
CVE-2026-118185 The Security Optimizer WordPress plugin before 1.6.9 does not limit the number of two-factor authentication codes…
Description
The Security Optimizer WordPress plugin before 1.6.9 does not limit the number of two-factor authentication codes that can be submitted for a pending login, allowing an attacker who already knows a user's password to brute force the second factor and take over the account.
Affected products and versions
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Security Optimizer 1.6 | earliest → < 1.6.9 | 1.6.9 |