CVE-2026-85586

EUVD-2026-71009
phpMyFAQ versions before 4.1.8 fail to validate CAPTCHA when the store parameter is set to 'now' in question submission requests. Unauthenticated attackers can bypass CAPTCHA protection and submit unlimited questions directly, causing database pollution and triggering outgoing mail notifications.
ProviderTypeBase ScoreAtk. VectorAtk. ComplexityPriv. RequiredVector
NISTPrimary
UNKNOWN
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Awaiting analysis
This vulnerability is currently awaiting analysis.
Base Score
CVSS 3.x
EPSS Score
Percentile: Unknown
Common Weakness Enumeration
References
https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/security/advisories/GHSA-72vj-pvm4-mm7x
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/phpmyfaq-before-4.1.8-captcha-bypass-via-store-parameter