Vulnerability Description
The ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the pm_invite_user function in all versions up to, and including, 5.9.8.4. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to add themselves or any registered user to any ProfileGrid group, including closed and paid groups, bypassing all authorization and payment gates.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/profilegrid-user-profiles-groups-and-
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/profilegrid-user-profiles-groups-and-
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3491679/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c3678b4d-0cd0-4873-8cf
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-4609?
CVE-2026-4609 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). The ProfileGrid – User Profiles, Groups and Communities plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the pm_invite_user function in all versions up to...
How severe is CVE-2026-4609?
CVE-2026-4609 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-4609?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.