CVE-2026-120846
Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

Missing Authorization in Uncanny Automator Plugin

Publication date: 2026-11-03

Last updated on: 2026-11-03

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Uncanny Owl Uncanny Automator uncanny-automator allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Uncanny Automator: from n/a through 7.7.1.

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Published
2026-11-03
Last Modified
2026-11-03
Generated
2026-11-03
AI Q&A
2026-11-03
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-120846
EUVD
EUVD-2026-116083

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Uncanny Owl Uncanny Automator 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

This vulnerability is a Missing Authorization issue in the Uncanny Owl Uncanny Automator plugin. It allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, enabling unauthorized access to restricted pages or actions without proper authentication.

Detection Guidance

Check if your Uncanny Automator plugin version is 7.7.1 or earlier. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files for version details. Look for unauthorized access attempts in server logs or WordPress activity logs.

Impact Analysis

Unauthenticated users could access sensitive data or perform unauthorized actions due to improper access controls. This may lead to data breaches, unauthorized modifications, or exposure of confidential information if the plugin is not updated.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA by exposing sensitive user data. GDPR requires strict access controls for personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguards for protected health information. A breach could result in legal penalties or fines.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Uncanny Automator to version 8.0.0 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, seek assistance from a hosting provider or web developer to apply necessary security patches or access controls.

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