CVE-2026-18037
Received Received - Intake

Unauthenticated Content Exposure in WordPress Create Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-09

Last updated on: 2026-08-09

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Create WordPress plugin before 2.5.4 does not perform an authorization check before rendering content over one of its public REST API routes, and that route additionally publishes the requested content as a side effect, allowing unauthenticated attackers to read unpublished content and to make it publicly available.

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Published
2026-08-09
Last Modified
2026-08-09
Generated
2026-08-09
AI Q&A
2026-08-09
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-18037
EUVD
EUVD-2026-54876

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Vendor Product Version / Range
mediavine create to 2.5.4 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

The Create WordPress plugin before version 2.5.4 has a vulnerability where a public REST API route lacks an authorization check. This allows unauthenticated attackers to read unpublished content and publish it publicly without permission.

Detection Guidance

Check if the WordPress plugin 'Create by Mediavine' is installed and verify its version. If the version is below 2.5.4, the system is vulnerable. Use WPScan or similar tools to scan for the vulnerable REST API route.

Impact Analysis

Unauthenticated attackers could access and publish your unpublished content, exposing private or draft material to the public. This could lead to data leaks, reputational damage, or unintended disclosure of sensitive information.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could violate GDPR by exposing personal data without consent and HIPAA by leaking protected health information. Organizations may face fines or penalties for non-compliance due to unauthorized data exposure.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the 'Create by Mediavine' plugin to version 2.5.4 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin temporarily until an update is applied.

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