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CVE-2026-39688 Glowlogix CVE debrief

A Missing Authorization vulnerability was discovered in WP Frontend Profile, a WordPress plugin. The issue, tracked as CVE-2026-39688, allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels. The vulnerability affects WP Frontend Profile versions from n/a through 1.3.9. Administrators and users should review plugin configurations and update to a secure version if available.

Vendor
Glowlogix
Product
WP Frontend Profile
CVSS
MEDIUM 5.3
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-04-08
Original CVE updated
2026-07-24
Advisory published
2026-04-08
Advisory updated
2026-07-24

Who should care

Administrators and users of WordPress sites utilizing the WP Frontend Profile plugin should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to protect their sites by reviewing plugin configurations and updating to a secure version if available.

Technical summary

CVE-2026-39688 is a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the WP Frontend Profile plugin for WordPress. This issue allows attackers to exploit incorrectly configured access control security levels, potentially leading to unauthorized actions. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.3 and a severity rating of MEDIUM.

Defensive priority

Medium priority due to the potential for unauthorized actions.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Update WP Frontend Profile to a version beyond 1.3.9 if available.
  • Review and adjust access control configurations for the plugin.
  • Monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin.
  • Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified.
  • Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review.

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-04-08T09:16:40.790Z and last modified on 2026-07-24T20:10:00.147Z. The NVD entry is currently Deferred. Evidence is limited to CVE and NVD details. Defenders should verify affected WP Frontend Profile versions and configurations.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-39688 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-39688

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-39688 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-39688

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.