CVE-2026-3629: Import and export users and customers <= 1.29.7 - Privilege Escalation to Administrator via save_extra_user_profile_fields

Published Mar 21, 2026
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Updated

The Import and export users and customers plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.29.7. This is due to the 'saveextrauserprofilefields' function not properly restricting which user meta keys can be updated via profile fields. The 'getrestrictedfields' method does not include sensitive meta keys such as 'wpcapabilities'. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to escalate their privileges to Administrator by submitting a crafted registration request that sets the 'wpcapabilities' meta key. The vulnerability can only be exploited if the "Show fields in profile" setting is enabled and a CSV with a wpcapabilities column header has been previously imported.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WordPress Import and export users and customers<=1.29.7

Event History

Mar 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-3629?

CVE-2026-3629 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-3629?

To fix CVE-2026-3629, you should update the Import and export users and customers plugin to version 1.29.8 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-3629?

All users of the Import and export users and customers plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 1.29.7 are affected by CVE-2026-3629.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-3629?

CVE-2026-3629 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unauthorized users to gain administrative access.

5

When was CVE-2026-3629 reported?

CVE-2026-3629 was reported in relation to vulnerabilities found in the Import and export users and customers plugin prior to version 1.29.8.

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