CVE-2026-12394 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The MemberGlut WordPress plugin before 1.1.5 does not validate the role chosen during front-end registration, allowing unauthenticated users to register an account with an arbitrary role, including administrator, leading to full site compromise.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-269

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6b126a3e-30d5-4bed-ba47-33e589ec2852/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-12394?

CVE-2026-12394 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The MemberGlut WordPress plugin before 1.1.5 does not validate the role chosen during front-end registration, allowing unauthenticated users to register an account with an arbitrary role, including a...

How severe is CVE-2026-12394?

CVE-2026-12394 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-12394?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.