Vulnerability Description
The New User Approve plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data and modification of data due to a missing capability check on multiple REST API endpoints in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to approve or deny user accounts, retrieve sensitive user information including emails and roles, and force logout of privileged users.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/new-user-approve/tags/3.2.1/includes/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/new-user-approve/tags/3.2.1/includes/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/new-user-approve/trunk/includes/end-p
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/new-user-approve/trunk/includes/end-p
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f86a69ab-2fc5-4c84-872
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-0832?
CVE-2026-0832 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). The New User Approve plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data and modification of data due to a missing capability check on multiple REST API endpoints in all versions up to, ...
How severe is CVE-2026-0832?
CVE-2026-0832 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-0832?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.