What the vulnerability does
01Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in SecureSubmit WP SecureSubmit securesubmit allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WP SecureSubmit: from n/a through <= 1.5.20.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP SecureSubmit versions 1.5.20 and earlier lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users to modify data they should not have access to. An attacker with a low-privilege account can alter information through the plugin without proper permission validation. The vulnerability affects the plugin's core functionality and requires an active user account to exploit.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify data or settings in the plugin without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can alter plugin data or settings, potentially compromising form submissions or site configuration.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the WordPress site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 7, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated