CVE-2026-24941 in WP Job Portal Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 02/20/2026
Missing Authorization vulnerability in wpjobportal WP Job Portal wp-job-portal allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WP Job Portal: from n/a through <= 2.4.4.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/22/2026
The CVE-2026-24941 vulnerability represents a critical missing authorization flaw within the wpjobportal WP Job Portal plugin, specifically impacting versions through 2.4.4. This vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels that fail to properly validate user permissions before granting access to sensitive administrative functions. The issue resides in the plugin's core authorization mechanisms where proper access control checks are either absent or improperly implemented, allowing unauthorized users to bypass security restrictions that should normally be enforced.
This vulnerability operates at the intersection of CWE-285, which addresses improper authorization in software systems, and directly relates to the broader category of access control failures that compromise system integrity. The flaw manifests when the plugin fails to verify whether a user possesses appropriate privileges before executing administrative operations, effectively creating a backdoor that malicious actors can exploit to gain elevated access rights. The root cause lies in the plugin's failure to implement proper role-based access control checks, particularly affecting users who should not have access to administrative functions.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it creates potential for complete system compromise when exploited by attackers. An attacker could leverage this flaw to manipulate job listings, modify user permissions, access sensitive data, or even execute arbitrary code within the WordPress environment. The vulnerability affects the entire WordPress ecosystem where the plugin is installed, potentially allowing attackers to establish persistent access or escalate privileges to administrative levels. This creates a significant risk for organizations relying on the plugin for job portal functionality, as it undermines the fundamental security assumptions of the platform.
Security professionals should implement immediate mitigations including upgrading to the latest available version of the wpjobportal plugin where the authorization flaw has been addressed. Additionally, administrators should conduct thorough access control reviews to ensure that user roles and permissions are properly configured, implementing principle of least privilege across all WordPress installations. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of regular security auditing and the need for proper input validation and access control implementation in WordPress plugins, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1078 which covers valid accounts and T1548 which addresses abuse of privileges. Organizations should also consider implementing network segmentation and monitoring for suspicious access patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts.