Vulnerability Description
The The Events Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to an improper capability check on the 'can_edit' and 'can_delete' function in all versions up to, and including, 6.15.16. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to update or trash events, organizers and venues via REST API.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/the-events-calendar/tags/6.15.16/src/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/the-events-calendar/tags/6.15.16/src/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/the-events-calendar/tags/6.15.16/src/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/the-events-calendar/tags/6.15.16/src/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3468694/the-events-calendar
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/67351a37-a457-48d6-b40
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-2694?
CVE-2026-2694 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The The Events Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data and loss of data due to an improper capability check on the 'can_edit' and 'can_delete' function in all ...
How severe is CVE-2026-2694?
CVE-2026-2694 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-2694?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.