CVE-2026-96525 — LOW (2.7) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

The MCP Server for WordPress WordPress plugin before 1.8.2 does not perform an ownership or sufficient capability check on its workflow create, update and delete REST routes, allowing users with the Contributor role to modify, delete and create site-wide workflow configuration, including workflows created by administrators.

CVSS Score

2.7

LOW

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-862

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/f814fb88-4198-4ba0-972c-658a1d672289/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-96525?

CVE-2026-96525 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.7 (LOW). The MCP Server for WordPress WordPress plugin before 1.8.2 does not perform an ownership or sufficient capability check on its workflow create, update and delete REST routes, allowing users with the ...

How severe is CVE-2026-96525?

CVE-2026-96525 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-96525?

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