Essential Plugin Featured Post Creative Missing Authorization Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A missing authorization vulnerability has been identified in the Essential Plugin Featured Post Creative, specifically in versions through 1.5.5. This vulnerability arises from incorrectly configured access control security levels, allowing unauthorized actions or access to features that should be restricted.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or actions within the WordPress site, potentially allowing users to manipulate featured posts in ways that bypass normal access controls.

Added: Nov 21, 2025, 1:21 PM
Updated: Nov 21, 2025, 3:18 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
0.0
impact
1.3
exploitability
5.2
remediation
0.0
relevance
1.1
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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