CVE-2025-11361
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-10-18
Last updated on: 2026-04-08
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
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| wordpress | essential_blocks | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-918 | The web server receives a URL or similar request from an upstream component and retrieves the contents of this URL, but it does not sufficiently ensure that the request is being sent to the expected destination. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
The vulnerability is a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in the Gutenberg Essential Blocks WordPress plugin, specifically in versions up to 5.7.1. It occurs via the eb_save_ai_generated_image function, allowing authenticated users with Author-level access or higher to make arbitrary web requests from the server hosting the plugin. This means attackers can potentially query or modify information on internal services that are not normally accessible externally.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow an attacker with Author-level access or higher to make unauthorized requests from the web server to arbitrary locations, including internal services. This can lead to unauthorized access or modification of sensitive internal data, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of internal systems and data.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately update the Gutenberg Essential Blocks plugin to a version later than 5.7.1 where the vulnerability is fixed. Additionally, restrict Author-level access and above to trusted users only, as the vulnerability requires authenticated access at that level. Monitor and audit user activities to detect any suspicious behavior related to the eb_save_ai_generated_image function.