Authentication Bypass in JAY Login & Register Plugin for WordPress

CVE-2025-14440

What is CVE-2025-14440?

The JAY Login & Register plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to an authentication bypass issue due to improper cookie handling in its processing function. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to gain access as any existing user on the site, including potentially vulnerable administrator accounts, simply by manipulating specific cookie values. Users of affected versions are advised to apply updates to ensure their sites remain secure.

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