CVE-2026-114696 in Page Restriction Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/22/2026
Missing Authorization vulnerability in miniOrange Page Restriction WordPress (WP) page-and-post-restriction allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Page Restriction WordPress (WP): from n/a through 1.6.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/22/2026
The identified security flaw resides within the miniOrange Page Restriction plugin for WordPress, specifically affecting versions ranging from initial releases up to version 1.6.0. This vulnerability is classified as a missing authorization issue, which fundamentally represents an Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Level. In the context of web application security, access control mechanisms are critical for ensuring that users can only interact with resources and perform actions appropriate to their assigned privileges. When these controls fail or are improperly configured, it creates a pathway for unauthorized entities to bypass intended restrictions, leading to potential data exposure or system compromise.
Technically, this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to enforce proper authorization checks on specific endpoints or administrative functions within the plugin. While WordPress itself provides robust role-based access control mechanisms, plugins often introduce custom capabilities and settings that may not be adequately validated against the current user's permissions during request processing. In this case, an attacker who possesses valid credentials for a low-privilege account, such as a subscriber or contributor, can manipulate requests to execute administrative functions intended only for higher-level roles like administrators. This bypass occurs because the server-side logic does not sufficiently verify that the authenticated user has the requisite authority before granting access to restricted pages or configuration options.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant due to its potential for privilege escalation. An attacker exploiting this flaw can gain administrative control over the WordPress installation without needing valid administrator credentials initially, provided they have any form of registered account on the site. Once elevated privileges are obtained, the attacker can modify website content, install malicious plugins, alter theme files, or access sensitive database information stored within the WordPress environment. This level of access effectively compromises the integrity and confidentiality of the entire web application, allowing for defacement, data theft, or the use of the compromised server as a pivot point for further attacks against internal networks.
From an industry standards perspective, this vulnerability aligns with CWE-269, which describes Improper Privilege Assignment, where software does not properly assign privileges to actors based on their intended roles. Furthermore, in terms of attack vectors and tactics, this behavior is consistent with the MITRE ATT&CK framework's T1078, Valid Accounts, specifically when combined with privilege escalation techniques that allow an attacker to leverage existing credentials to gain higher-level access. The exploitation typically involves authenticated interaction, meaning it falls under categories such as Initial Access or Persistence depending on how long the attacker maintains control after gaining administrative rights.
To mitigate this risk, immediate action is required by updating the miniOrange Page Restriction plugin to a version newer than 1.6.0 where these authorization checks have been corrected. If an update is not immediately available, administrators should consider disabling or uninstalling the plugin until a patch is released. Additionally, implementing strict input validation and ensuring that all administrative endpoints enforce rigorous server-side permission verification can prevent similar issues in other plugins. Regular security audits of third-party code integrated into WordPress installations are essential to identify such misconfigurations before they can be exploited by malicious actors seeking unauthorized access.