Authorization Flaw in Clockinator Lite Plugin from WordPress
CVE-2026-124817

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Clockinator Lite
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 November 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-124817?

The Clockinator Lite plugin for WordPress prior to version 1.1.0 contains a significant authorization flaw. This vulnerability permits unauthenticated users to manipulate leave requests without proper verification. As a result, individuals can approve or reject leave requests and alter user assignments freely, jeopardizing the integrity of leave management systems and potentially leading to unauthorized user actions.

Affected Version(s)

Clockinator Lite 0 < 1.1.0

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-2026-124817 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/31b79fe5-89ee-4ccf-b3c4-...
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Enrico Marcolini
Claudio Marchesini
Dottor Marc
WPScan
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