Authorizer permits unauthenticated privilege escalation
Authorizer through 3.15.1 permits an unauthenticated attacker to cross the plugin's authorization boundary and gain elevated WordPress privileges. The affected operation and resulting role are not specified in the authoritative export.
- Component
- Authorizer
- Plugin slug
authorizer- Affected
- n/a through 3.15.1
- Safe version
3.15.2- Published
- Sep 02, 2026
This CVE was published Sep 02, 2026 and is one of 2 known issues for this plugin.
Update, patch or deactivate.
Update to 3.15.2 or later, invalidate active sessions, and audit new accounts and role changes for unauthorized elevation.
A safe version is available, so updating to that version or later is the preferred remediation. If an immediate update is not practical, consider a targeted application patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality.
Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.
Technical description
Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation in Authorizer <= 3.15.1 versions.
CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H