Creator LMS – Online Courses and eLearning Plugin <= 1.1.18 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Privilege Escalation
Affected versions: *-1.1.18
Vulnerability type: CWE-266 Incorrect Privilege Assignment
Affected software, patched versions and attribution
The Creator LMS – Online Courses and eLearning Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.18. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to elevate their privileges to that of an administrator.
Creator LMS – WordPress LMS Plugin for Coaches, Cohorts & Course Creators
Affected versions: *-1.1.18
Patched versions: 1.1.19
Researcher credit: daroo
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- Published
- March 20, 2026
- CVSS
- 8.8