CVE-2019-9879Wpgraphql Missing Authentication
The WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to register a new user with admin privileges, whenever new user registrations are allowed.
Published Jun 10, 2019 · Updated Aug 7, 2026 · Also known as 80e74852-517e-4cd0-a7d3-6f6fe3433bff, WORDFENCE-80e74852-517e-4cd0-a7d3-6f6fe3433bff
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2019-9879 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Wpgraphql (Wpengine), wp-graphql (wordpress-plugin).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 12, 2021. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including wp-graphql 0.3.0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
47%
Higher than 98.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
ATLAS score
56/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Apr 12, 2021
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
Public exploit code
3
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
2
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
- advisoryhttps://github.com/wp-graphql/wp-graphql/releases/tag/v0.3.0
- advisoryhttps://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9282
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/80e74852-517e-4cd0-a7d3-6f6fe3433bff?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/80e74852-517e-4cd0-a7d3-6f6fe3433bff?source=api-scan
Description
The WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to register a new user with admin privileges, whenever new user registrations are allowed. This is related to the registerUser mutation.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Apr 12, 2021 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| WpgraphqlWpengine | 0.2.3 | n/a |
| wp-graphqlwordpress-plugin | See advisory | 0.3.0 |
Patched Releases
wp-graphql
0.3.0
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 10, 2019
Added to Industry KEV feed
Apr 12, 2021
Last updated
Aug 7, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-269 Improper Privilege Management
- CWE-306 Missing Authentication for Critical Function
References
- advisorygithub.com · v0.3.0
- advisorywpvulndb.com · 9282
- advisorywordfence.com · 80e74852-517e-4cd0-a7d3-6f6fe3433bff
- advisorywordfence.com · 80e74852-517e-4cd0-a7d3-6f6fe3433bff
- exploitpacketstormsecurity.com · WordPress-WPGraphQL-0.2.3-Authentication-Bypass…
FAQ
Common Questions.
The WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to register a new user with admin privileges, whenever new user registrations are allowed.
Affected: Wpgraphql (Wpengine) versions 0.2.3; wp-graphql (wordpress-plugin). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 12, 2021.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including wp-graphql 0.3.0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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