CVE-2026-22522
Missing Authorization in Munir Kamal Block Slider Allows Access Abuse
Publication date: 2026-01-08
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | block_slider | From 2.2.3|end_including=2.2.3 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| 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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AI Powered Q&A
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow unprivileged users to perform unauthorized actions within the Block Slider plugin, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or access. However, it is considered a moderate risk with a CVSS score of 6.5 and low priority due to its low severity impact and the unlikelihood of exploitation. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection involves identifying unauthorized access attempts or privilege escalations within the WordPress Block Slider plugin up to version 2.2.3. Since the vulnerability allows users with Contributor or Developer roles to perform higher-privilege actions due to missing authorization checks, monitoring logs for such anomalous activities is recommended. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include restricting user roles to trusted individuals only, especially limiting Contributor and Developer privileges, and monitoring for suspicious activity related to the Block Slider plugin. Since no official fix or patched version is available, applying security best practices such as disabling or removing the plugin until a patch is released is advisable. Utilizing security intelligence and mitigation solutions from Patchstack can also help protect affected users. [1]
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-22522 is a Broken Access Control vulnerability in the WordPress Block Slider Plugin (up to version 2.2.3). It occurs due to missing authorization, authentication, or nonce token checks in certain plugin functions, which allows users with Contributor or Developer privileges to perform actions that normally require higher privileges. [1]