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CVE-2026-8157

HIGH · CVSS 8.8 EPSS 0.42%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2026-06-22 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8. It affects WordPress. Exploitation may require the attacker to be authenticated.

CVE
CVE-2026-8157
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.42%
WordPress

Original NVD Description

The Vitepos WordPress plugin before 3.4.2 does not properly restrict the roles that can be assigned when creating new users via one of its REST API endpoints, allowing authenticated users with a custom Vitepos WordPress plugin before 3.4.2 role to escalate privileges to administrator.