CVE-2026-24586
Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Themeansar Newses allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.
This issue affects Newses: from n/a through 2.0.0.77.
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Missing authorization in Newses theme allows unauthenticated exploitation, affecting versions through 2.0.0.77.
Vulnerability
The Newses WordPress theme by Themeansar contains a missing authorization vulnerability (Broken Access Control) in versions from n/a through 2.0.0.77. This issue allows unauthenticated users to access functions or data that should require higher privileges due to insufficient access control checks [1].
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability without any authentication or special network position. By sending crafted requests to vulnerable endpoints, they can bypass access controls and perform actions normally restricted to authenticated or higher-privileged users [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized data access, information disclosure, or privilege escalation within the WordPress site. The vulnerability is categorized as Broken Access Control with a CVSS score of 5.4 (Medium) [1].
Mitigation
No official fix has been announced as of the publication date. Users should update the Newses theme to a patched version if available. If unable to update, consider implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or contact your hosting provider for assistance [1].
AI Insight generated on May 26, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
2<=2.0.0.77+ 1 more
- (no CPE)range: <=2.0.0.77
- (no CPE)range: <=2.0.0.77
Package: https://wordpress.org/themes/newses
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
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