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9.8
Truelysell Core plugin allows unauthenticated attackers to gain admin access on WordPress sites
CVE-2025-8572
Summary
The Truelysell Core plugin for WordPress has a security issue that can allow attackers to create admin accounts without logging in. This is a concern for any site using the plugin, as it could give an attacker full control over the site. To fix this, update the Truelysell Core plugin to version 1.8.8 or later.
Original title
The Truelysell Core plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in versions less than, or equal to, 1.8.7. This is due to insufficient validation of the user_role parameter during us...
Original description
The Truelysell Core plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in versions less than, or equal to, 1.8.7. This is due to insufficient validation of the user_role parameter during user registration. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to create accounts with elevated privileges, including administrator access.
nvd CVSS3.1
9.8
Vulnerability type
CWE-269
Improper Privilege Management
Published: 14 Feb 2026 · Updated: 10 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026