Authorization Bypass in Directorist WordPress Plugin
CVE-2026-118529
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Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 7 November 2026
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-118529?
The Directorist plugin for WordPress is vulnerable due to improper verification of user ownership for listings. An authenticated user, including subscribers, has the ability to publish and promote another user's pending listings without consent if the featured listing fee is set to zero. This flaw can lead to significant unauthorized activity within the business directory, exposing sensitive information and compromising user trust.
Affected Version(s)
Directorist: AI-Powered Business Directory, Listings & Classified Ads 0 < 8.11
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.