CVE-2025-12153
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-12-05
Last updated on: 2025-12-08
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress | featured_image_via_url | 0.1 |
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Exploitability
| 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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
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.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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]