CVE-2026-24997 identifies a Missing Authorization vulnerability in Wired Impact Volunteer Management software versions up to 2.8. The root cause is incorrectly configured access control security levels, which means that certain functions or data that should be restricted to authorized users are accessible without proper authorization checks. This could allow an attacker, potentially even unauthenticated or low-privileged users, to perform unauthorized actions such as viewing, modifying, or deleting sensitive volunteer information or administrative settings. The vulnerability does not currently have a CVSS score and no public exploits have been reported, but the risk remains significant due to the nature of missing authorization controls. The software is used to manage volunteer data and activities, which often includes personally identifiable information (PII) and organizational operational data. Exploitation could lead to data breaches, unauthorized data manipulation, or disruption of volunteer management processes. The absence of patches at the time of publication necessitates immediate configuration reviews and implementation of compensating controls. The vulnerability was reserved and published in early 2026, indicating recent discovery and disclosure.

For European organizations, especially nonprofits, charities, and volunteer-driven entities using Wired Impact Volunteer Management, this vulnerability poses a risk to the confidentiality and integrity of volunteer data. Unauthorized access could lead to exposure of personal data protected under GDPR, resulting in regulatory penalties and reputational damage. Integrity violations could disrupt volunteer coordination, leading to operational inefficiencies or loss of trust among stakeholders. Availability impact is less direct but possible if unauthorized changes affect system functionality. The risk is heightened in countries with strong nonprofit sectors and stringent data protection laws. Additionally, organizations with limited IT security resources may be slower to detect or remediate the issue, increasing exposure duration.

1. Immediately audit and review access control configurations within Wired Impact Volunteer Management to ensure all sensitive functions and data require proper authorization. 2. Implement strict role-based access control (RBAC) policies limiting user permissions to the minimum necessary. 3. Monitor application logs for unusual access patterns or unauthorized attempts to access restricted areas. 4. Engage with Wired Impact vendor channels to obtain patches or updates addressing this vulnerability as soon as they become available. 5. If patches are not yet available, consider isolating the application within the network and restricting access to trusted users only. 6. Conduct regular security awareness training for administrators and users on the importance of access control and recognizing suspicious activity. 7. Review and enhance overall identity and access management (IAM) practices surrounding the volunteer management system. 8. Prepare incident response plans specific to potential data breaches involving volunteer information.