Vulnerability Description
The ARMember Premium plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to an insecure password reset mechanism in all versions up to, and including, 7.3.1. The plugin stores a plaintext copy of the password reset key in the `arm_reset_password_key` user meta field when a user requests a password reset. This is in addition to the hashed key that WordPress core stores securely in `wp_users.user_activation_key`. The plaintext key stored in `wp_usermeta` can be used with the plugin's custom `armrp` reset action to set a new password for any user. Combined with another vulnerability such as SQL Injection (CVE-2026-5073, CVE-2026-5074), this makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract the plaintext reset key and take over any user account, including administrators.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://codecanyon.net/item/armember-complete-wordpress-membership-system/177850
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6b15eca5-fd47-4f8f-8ad
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-5076?
CVE-2026-5076 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The ARMember Premium plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to an insecure password reset mechanism in all versions up to, and including, 7.3.1. The plugin stores a plaintext copy of the password reset ke...
How severe is CVE-2026-5076?
CVE-2026-5076 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-2026-5076?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.