CVE-2026-96518
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Missing Authorization in ProfilePress wp-user-avatar

Publication date: 2026-10-09

Last updated on: 2026-10-09

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in properfraction ProfilePress wp-user-avatar allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects ProfilePress: from n/a through 4.17.3.

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Published
2026-10-09
Last Modified
2026-10-09
Generated
2026-10-09
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2026-10-09
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-96518
EUVD
EUVD-2026-95593

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properfraction ProfilePress 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 vulnerability is a Missing Authorization issue in the ProfilePress wp-user-avatar WordPress plugin. It allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially letting unauthorized users access restricted pages or perform actions they shouldn't be permitted to do.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check if the ProfilePress wp-user-avatar plugin version is 4.17.3 or below. Inspect network traffic for unauthorized access attempts to sensitive pages or actions. Review server logs for unusual activity related to user avatar functionality.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive areas of a WordPress site using the ProfilePress plugin. This might allow them to view, modify, or delete data they are not supposed to access, leading to data breaches or unauthorized changes to the site.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating compliance requirements under GDPR and HIPAA. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if such breaches occur due to insufficient access controls.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the ProfilePress wp-user-avatar plugin to version 4.17.4 or later to patch the broken access control vulnerability. If updating is not possible, contact your hosting provider or web developer for assistance.

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