Incorrect Authorization Affecting wp-graphql/wp-graphql package, versions <2.22.2
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- published28 Sept 2026
- disclosed23 Sept 2026
- creditUnknown
Introduced: 23 Sep 2026
NewCVE-2026-88974 (opens in a new tab)How to fix?
Upgrade wp-graphql/wp-graphql to version 2.22.2 or higher.
Overview
Affected versions of this package are vulnerable to Incorrect Authorization in the updatePost process. An attacker can alter the publication status or content of their own posts without the required editorial approval by submitting crafted GraphQL mutations as an authenticated Contributor user.