CVE-2026-62041
Received Received - Intake

Missing Authorization in WP Event Manager Plugin

Publication date: 2026-10-09

Last updated on: 2026-10-09

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Ashok Dudhat WP Event Manager wp-event-manager allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WP Event Manager: from n/a through 3.4.1.

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Published
2026-10-09
Last Modified
2026-10-09
Generated
2026-10-09
AI Q&A
2026-10-09
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-62041
EUVD
EUVD-2026-95728

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Ashok Dudhat WP Event Manager 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 is a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the WP Event Manager plugin for WordPress. It allows users with low privileges, like Subscribers, to access restricted pages or perform unauthorized actions due to incorrectly configured access control security levels.

Detection Guidance

Check for unauthorized access to restricted pages or user data by reviewing server logs for unusual activity. Look for requests from low-privilege users (e.g., Subscribers) accessing admin or sensitive endpoints. Use WordPress plugins like Wordfence or Sucuri to scan for suspicious behavior.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to view sensitive data of other users, such as personal information or event details. The impact is limited but could lead to privacy breaches if exploited.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access controls. Non-compliance risks fines and legal consequences.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP Event Manager plugin to the latest version if available. If no patch exists, disable the plugin temporarily or restrict access via .htaccess rules. Monitor user roles and permissions to ensure minimal privileges are enforced.

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