CVE-2026-118639 Details
Description
The Surfer WordPress plugin before 1.8.1.759 discloses a sensitive API credential to low-privileged users through the post editor page and relies on that same credential as the sole authorization for its privileged REST API, allowing users with contributor-level access and above to read the credential and escalate to publishing arbitrary posts and other privileged actions.
A vulnerability in the Surfer WordPress plugin, affecting versions prior to 1.8.1.759, allows low-privileged users to access sensitive API credentials through the post editor page. This credential is the sole authorization for the plugin's privileged REST API, enabling users with contributor-level access and above to read the credential and escalate their privileges to publish arbitrary posts and perform other privileged actions.
Users are advised to update the Surfer WordPress plugin to version 1.8.1.759 or later.
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Volerion
Assessed Nov 6, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Nov 6, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0cc6b6cd-ff1a-4f04-a2f5-62684abeb314/ | [email protected] | AdvisoryPartial ContentRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-269 | Improper Privilege Management | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Surfer | < 1.8.1.759 |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 6, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 6, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |