CVE-2026-39688
Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Glowlogix WP Frontend Profile wp-front-end-profile allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WP Frontend Profile: from n/a through <= 1.3.9.
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Missing authorization in WP Frontend Profile plugin <=1.3.9 allows unprivileged users to access privileged functions.
Vulnerability
The WP Frontend Profile plugin for WordPress (versions <= 1.3.9) contains a missing authorization vulnerability. This means that certain functions or endpoints lack proper access control checks, allowing users without the required privileges to execute them [1].
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this by sending crafted requests to the affected endpoints without needing any authentication or special permissions. The vulnerability is categorized as broken access control, often leveraged in mass exploitation campaigns targeting thousands of sites [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to perform actions such as modifying user profiles, accessing sensitive information, or escalating privileges, depending on the specific missing authorization [1].
Mitigation
The issue affects all versions up to and including 1.3.9. Users should update the plugin to the latest available version as soon as possible. If updating is not feasible, consider disabling the plugin or implementing additional access controls through a web application firewall or custom code [1].
AI Insight generated on May 18, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
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