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Patreon WordPress Plugin Missing Authorization Vulnerability Allowing Broken Access Control

Vulnerability

A missing authorization vulnerability has been identified in the Patreon WordPress plugin, specifically in versions through 1.9.1. This vulnerability allows for broken access control by exploiting incorrectly configured security levels, potentially enabling unprivileged users to perform actions reserved for higher privileges.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or actions being performed by users without the necessary privileges.

Remediation

Users of the Patreon WordPress plugin should update to version 1.9.2 or later to address this vulnerability.

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

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
5.2
impact
5.0
exploitability
7.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
5.8

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