CVE-2026-24982
Missing Authorization in Spectra Plugin Allows Unauthorized Access
Publication date: 2026-02-03
Last updated on: 2026-02-03
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| brainstorm_force | spectra | to 2.19.17 (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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-24982 is a broken access control vulnerability in the WordPress Spectra Plugin (ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg) versions up to and including 2.19.17.
The issue arises due to missing authorization, authentication, or nonce token checks in certain functions, which allows unauthenticated users to perform actions that normally require higher privileges.
This vulnerability is classified under the OWASP Top 10 category A1: Broken Access Control.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Because of the missing access control, attackers who are not authenticated can perform privileged actions within the affected plugin.
This could lead to unauthorized changes or actions on your WordPress site that uses the Spectra plugin up to version 2.19.17.
However, the CVSS score of 5.3 indicates a low severity impact and a low priority for exploitation.
To mitigate this risk, users should update the plugin to version 2.19.18 or later where the vulnerability has been fixed.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The primary mitigation step is to update the WordPress Spectra Plugin to version 2.19.18 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed.
If immediate updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin temporarily to prevent exploitation.
Additionally, use security plugins or services that can provide automated patching or protection against known vulnerabilities.
Monitor your site for any suspicious activity and restrict access to plugin management functions to trusted users only.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The vulnerability is a broken access control issue that allows unauthorized users to perform actions requiring higher privileges. Such unauthorized access can potentially lead to exposure or manipulation of sensitive data.
While the provided information does not explicitly mention compliance with standards like GDPR or HIPAA, broken access control vulnerabilities generally pose risks to data confidentiality and integrity, which are critical components of these regulations.
Therefore, if exploited, this vulnerability could negatively impact compliance with regulations that require strict access controls and protection of personal or sensitive data.