CVE-2026-2446 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The PowerPack for LearnDash WordPress plugin before 1.3.0 does not have authorization and CRSF checks in an AJAX action, allowing unauthenticated users to update arbitrary WordPress options (such as default_role etc) and create arbitrary admin users

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-862

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/cbc95cea-e5d4-4874-add6-c8c728b683b7/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-2446?

CVE-2026-2446 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The PowerPack for LearnDash WordPress plugin before 1.3.0 does not have authorization and CRSF checks in an AJAX action, allowing unauthenticated users to update arbitrary WordPress options (such as d...

How severe is CVE-2026-2446?

CVE-2026-2446 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-2026-2446?

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