gVectors wpDiscuz Broken Access Control Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A broken access control vulnerability has been identified in the gVectors wpDiscuz WordPress plugin, affecting versions through 7.6.3. This vulnerability arises from missing authorization checks, which could allow an unprivileged user to perform actions reserved for higher privileges.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could enable an unprivileged user to execute actions that require higher privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or access within the WordPress site.

Remediation

Users of the wpDiscuz WordPress plugin should update to version 7.6.4 or later. Patchstack users can enable auto-updates for vulnerable plugins.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
3.4
impact
5.0
exploitability
5.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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