CVE-2025-12153
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Publication date: 2025-12-05

Last updated on: 2025-12-08

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Featured Image via URL plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation function in all versions up to, and including, 0.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
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Published
2025-12-05
Last Modified
2025-12-08
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-12-05
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-12153
EUVD
EUVD-2025-201372
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Vendor Product Version / Range
wordpress featured_image_via_url 0.1
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CWE ID Description
CWE-434 The product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the Featured Image via URL plugin for WordPress, where a missing file type validation function allows authenticated users with Contributor-level access or higher to upload arbitrary files to the server. This can potentially enable remote code execution on the affected site.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with Contributor-level access or above can upload arbitrary files to the server, which may lead to remote code execution. This can compromise the security of the website, allowing unauthorized control, data theft, or further attacks.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediate mitigation steps include disabling or uninstalling the Featured Image via URL plugin, especially since it has been closed and is unavailable for download pending review. Additionally, restrict Contributor-level access or higher to trusted users only, and monitor for any unauthorized file uploads. Applying any available patches or updates once released is also recommended. [1]

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