CVE-2026-24567 identifies a missing authorization vulnerability in the briarinc Anything Order by Terms plugin, versions up to and including 1.4.0. This vulnerability arises from incorrectly configured access control mechanisms, which fail to properly restrict user actions related to ordering content by terms within the plugin. An attacker with low-level privileges (PR:L) can exploit this flaw remotely (AV:N) without requiring user interaction (UI:N) to access or manipulate data that should be restricted. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (C:L) but does not affect integrity or availability. The scope is unchanged (S:U), meaning the impact is limited to the vulnerable component without extending to other system parts. No known exploits have been reported in the wild, indicating the threat is currently theoretical but should be addressed proactively. The plugin is typically used in content management or e-commerce environments to order items by terms, so unauthorized access could lead to data leakage or unauthorized data ordering that may impact business logic or user privacy. The vulnerability was published on January 23, 2026, and no patches or fixes are currently linked, suggesting organizations must monitor vendor advisories closely. The medium CVSS score of 4.3 reflects moderate risk due to ease of exploitation and limited impact scope.

For European organizations, the primary impact is unauthorized access to data or functionality within web applications using the Anything Order by Terms plugin. This could lead to exposure of sensitive ordering or categorization information, potentially violating data protection regulations such as GDPR if personal data is involved. While the vulnerability does not directly compromise data integrity or availability, unauthorized data access can undermine trust and lead to indirect operational impacts. Organizations relying on briarinc plugins for e-commerce or content management may face business logic disruptions or competitive disadvantages if attackers manipulate ordering terms. The medium severity suggests a moderate risk that should be addressed to prevent escalation or chaining with other vulnerabilities. Given the lack of known exploits, immediate impact is limited but could increase if exploit code emerges. European entities with web-facing applications using this plugin are the most affected, especially those in sectors handling sensitive or regulated data.

Organizations should immediately inventory their use of the briarinc Anything Order by Terms plugin and identify affected versions (<=1.4.0). Since no official patches are currently linked, apply vendor updates as soon as they become available. In the interim, restrict plugin access to trusted users only and enforce strict access control policies at the application and web server levels. Conduct thorough permission audits to ensure no unauthorized users have elevated privileges that could exploit this vulnerability. Implement network segmentation and web application firewalls (WAFs) to detect and block suspicious requests targeting the plugin's ordering functionality. Monitor logs for unusual access patterns related to ordering by terms. Educate developers and administrators on secure configuration practices to prevent similar authorization issues. Consider disabling or replacing the plugin if immediate patching is not feasible and the risk is unacceptable.