CVE-2025-14123
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Privilege Escalation in Redux Framework WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-10-09

Last updated on: 2026-10-09

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Redux Framework plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in all versions up to, and including, 4.5.11. This is due to the plugin saving arbitrary meta keys under a registered option name without sufficient capability checks or key allowlist / restrictions. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to set an arbitrary role (e.g., Administrator) when performing a profile update if a plugin or theme using this framework has added at least one user profile field that leverages Redux_Users::set_profile/set_section/set_field.

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Published
2026-10-09
Last Modified
2026-10-09
Generated
2026-10-09
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2026-10-09
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2025-14123
EUVD
EUVD-2025-211057

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davidanderson Redux Framework 0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-269 The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.

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Executive Summary

The Redux Framework plugin for WordPress has a vulnerability that allows attackers with Subscriber-level access or higher to escalate their privileges to Administrator. This happens because the plugin saves arbitrary meta keys without proper checks, enabling attackers to set any user role during a profile update if the framework is used in a plugin or theme with user profile fields.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability requires checking for the Redux Framework plugin version up to 4.5.11 in WordPress. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WP-CLI or check the WordPress admin panel under Plugins. Inspect user roles and meta keys for unauthorized changes, especially Administrator roles assigned to low-privilege users.

Impact Analysis

If you use the Redux Framework plugin for WordPress with Subscriber-level users or higher, an attacker could exploit this to gain full administrative control of your WordPress site. This could lead to complete site takeover, data theft, or further attacks.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access control. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Redux Framework plugin to the latest version beyond 4.5.11. Remove or restrict Subscriber-level access if not required. Audit user roles and meta keys for unauthorized Administrator assignments. Consider disabling user profile fields leveraging Redux_Users functions until patched.

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