Vulnerability Description
The LearnPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of arbitrary WordPress options in versions up to, and including, 4.4.4 via the learnpress_create_page AJAX action. The LP_Admin_Ajax::create_page() handler only checks the edit_pages capability and a wp_rest nonce (both available to Editors), then reads the field_name parameter from the request without restricting it to a learn_press_* allow-list before passing it as the option key to LP_Helper::create_page(), which calls update_option($key_option, $page_id). This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Editor-level access and above, to update arbitrary WordPress options to a positive integer (a newly created page ID), enabling actions such as flipping users_can_register to a truthy value to open public registration, corrupting active_plugins to break the site, or otherwise tampering with site-wide settings normally reserved for administrators.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/learnpress/trunk/inc/admin/class-lp-a
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/learnpress/trunk/inc/admin/class-lp-a
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/learnpress/trunk/inc/class-lp-helper.
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?reponame=&old=3659902%40learnpress&
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2f8b8bfe-8d73-4289-b21
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-75982?
CVE-2026-75982 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). The LearnPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of arbitrary WordPress options in versions up to, and including, 4.4.4 via the learnpress_create_page AJAX action. The LP...
How severe is CVE-2026-75982?
CVE-2026-75982 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-75982?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.