Missing Authorization Vulnerability in PublishPress Authors by PublishPress
CVE-2026-25309

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
PublisHPress Authors
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 March 2026

What is CVE-2026-25309?

A missing authorization vulnerability in PublishPress Authors plugin allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. This flaw can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive features or data by bypassing intended permission checks. Affected versions include all from n/a up to and including 4.10.1, making it crucial for users to implement proper authorization measures and apply necessary updates to safeguard their WordPress sites.

Affected Version(s)

PublishPress Authors 0 <= 4.10.1

References

https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/publishp...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Md. Moniruzzaman Prodhan | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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