What the vulnerability does
01Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in WPFactory EAN for WooCommerce ean-for-woocommerce allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects EAN for WooCommerce: from n/a through <= 5.3.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
EAN for WooCommerce versions up to 5.3.5 lack proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users with low privileges to access sensitive product information they should not see. The vulnerability requires a valid WordPress account but no special interaction. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 5.3.5 to restrict data access to authorized roles only.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive product data (EAN codes, pricing, or inventory) without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can view restricted product information, potentially exposing business data or competitive details.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 27, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated