This vulnerability in the faaiq Custom Category/Post Type Post order plugin arises from missing authorization controls, allowing users with low privileges to perform actions they should not be authorized to do. The affected versions are up to 1.6.0. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 5.4 (medium), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, low privileges required, no user interaction, unchanged scope, no confidentiality impact, limited integrity impact, and limited availability impact. No patch or vendor advisory details are provided, and no known exploits exist in the wild.

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker with low privileges to perform unauthorized actions within the plugin, potentially affecting the integrity and availability of the affected system. There is no impact on confidentiality. No known active exploitation has been reported.

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the plugin features to trusted users only and monitor for unusual activity related to post ordering. Avoid granting unnecessary privileges to users who do not require them.