CVE-2026-32329
Missing Authorization in Advanced Related Posts Plugin Allows Unauthorized Access
Publication date: 2026-03-13
Last updated on: 2026-03-13
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ays_pro | advanced_related_posts | to 1.9.1 (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
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-32329 is a Broken Access Control vulnerability in the WordPress Advanced Related Posts Plugin versions up to and including 1.9.1.
This issue arises from missing authorization, authentication, or nonce token checks in certain plugin functions, allowing unauthenticated users to perform actions reserved for higher-privileged users.
It is classified under the OWASP Top 10 category A1: Broken Access Control.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to perform actions that should be restricted to higher-privileged users due to missing access control checks.
However, the impact is considered low with a CVSS score of 5.3, indicating limited severity.
Because of its low impact, it is considered unlikely to be actively exploited.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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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?
To mitigate the CVE-2026-32329 vulnerability in the Advanced Related Posts WordPress plugin, you should update the plugin to version 1.9.2 or later, where the issue is resolved.
Additionally, using automated update tools such as those offered by Patchstack can help provide rapid protection by automatically updating vulnerable plugins.