CVE-2026-40794: WordPress myCred plugin <= 3.0.3 - Broken Access Control vulnerability
Published Jun 15, 2026
·Updated
Subscriber Broken Access Control in myCred <= 3.0.3 versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Mycred myCred WordPress plugin<=3.0.3
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress myCred Pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.0.4
Event History
Jun 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:18 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-40794?
The severity of CVE-2026-40794 is medium with a score of 6.5.
2
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-40794?
CVE-2026-40794 is a Broken Access Control vulnerability affecting the myCred plugin for WordPress.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2026-40794?
Users with the Subscriber role using myCred plugin versions 3.0.3 and below are affected by CVE-2026-40794.
4
How do I fix CVE-2026-40794?
To fix CVE-2026-40794, update the myCred plugin to version 3.0.4 or later.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2026-40794?
CVE-2026-40794 can lead to elevated privileges where Subscribers can gain access to restricted functionalities.