CVE-2026-109700
Received Received - Intake

Missing Authorization in Meta Box WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-10-20

Last updated on: 2026-10-20

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in eLightUp Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework meta-box allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework: from n/a through 5.15.2.

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Published
2026-10-20
Last Modified
2026-10-20
Generated
2026-10-20
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2026-10-20
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-109700
EUVD
EUVD-2026-105131

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Vendor Product Version / Range
eLightUp Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework 0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-862 The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.

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Executive Summary

CVE-2026-109700 is a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the Meta Box WordPress plugin. It allows attackers with low privileges to exploit incorrectly configured access controls, potentially accessing unauthorized pages or data. The flaw exists in versions up to 5.15.2.

Detection Guidance

Check if the Meta Box plugin version is 5.15.2 or earlier. Use WordPress admin panel to inspect plugin versions or run a site scan with security tools like Patchstack or Wordfence.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability may allow unauthorized users to view sensitive data from other users, such as personal information or private content. Attackers could exploit it to access restricted pages or perform actions beyond their permissions.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data exposure, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access controls. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Meta Box plugin to version 5.15.3 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, disable the plugin temporarily or seek assistance from your hosting provider or developer.

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