What the vulnerability does
01Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in WPDeveloper Essential Blocks for Gutenberg allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Essential Blocks for Gutenberg: from n/a through 3.8.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Essential Blocks for Gutenberg versions up to 3.8.5 lack proper authorization checks on certain administrative functions. An unauthenticated attacker can read sensitive data and modify site content without logging in. Update to a version newer than 3.8.5 to fix this vulnerability.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive data and modify site content without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can view and alter your site's content and settings without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 13, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated