Access Control Vulnerability in WP User Manager by WP User Manager
CVE-2026-116846

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
WP User Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-116846?

A missing authorization vulnerability in the WP User Manager plugin allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. This flaw affects versions of WP User Manager prior to and including 2.9.26, potentially enabling unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive functionalities. It is crucial for website administrators using the WP User Manager to review their configuration and apply necessary security measures to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

WP User Manager 0 <= 2.9.26

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/wp-user-...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

mroccon | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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