Vulnerability Description
The Simple User Registration plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in versions up to, and including, 6.7 due to insufficient restriction on the 'profile_save_field' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with minimal permissions such as a subscriber, to modify their user role by supplying the 'wp_capabilities' parameter during a profile update.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-registration/tags/6.7/inc/classes/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-registration/tags/6.7/inc/classes/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-registration/tags/6.8/inc/classes/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/bb0e77e1-7e9f-4f7e-895
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-0844?
CVE-2026-0844 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Simple User Registration plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in versions up to, and including, 6.7 due to insufficient restriction on the 'profile_save_field' function. This...
How severe is CVE-2026-0844?
CVE-2026-0844 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-0844?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.