Access Control Flaw in ProfilePress WordPress Plugin
CVE-2026-123661

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Profilepress
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 November 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-123661?

The ProfilePress WordPress plugin prior to version 4.17.4 contains a security flaw that permits users to bypass active membership checks during subscription changes. This loophole allows subscribers to enroll in deactivated plans, potentially granting access to roles associated with inactive subscriptions, including free user roles that should no longer be available. Site owners must update to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

ProfilePress 4.16.13 < 4.17.4

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.

CVE-2026-123661 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e70de446-003c-4198-9951-...
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Karthik Ramakrishnan
WPScan
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