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CVE-2025-48275 is a vulnerability identified in the Visual Header plugin (versions n/a through 1.3) for WordPress. This vulnerability arises from a missing authorization check, which can lead to the exploitation of improperly configured access control security levels. Attackers can potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive functionalities or data, depending on the specific configuration of the affected system. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity level, with low attack complexity and no required privileges for exploitation.
Overview
- CVE ID: CVE-2025-48275
- Published Date: May 23, 2025
- Last Modified Date: May 23, 2025
- Vulnerability Status: Awaiting Analysis
- Affected Software: Visual Header plugin for WordPress (versions n/a through 1.3)
- Vulnerability Type: Missing Authorization
- CWE: CWE-862 (Missing Authorization)
Remediation
To mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2025-48275, it is recommended that users of the Visual Header plugin take the following actions:
- Update the Plugin: Check for any available updates for the Visual Header plugin and apply them immediately. Ensure that you are using the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
- Review Access Control Settings: Audit the access control configurations of the Visual Header plugin to ensure that they are set correctly and restrict access to authorized users only.
- Monitor for Exploitation Attempts: Implement logging and monitoring to detect any unauthorized access attempts or unusual activities related to the Visual Header plugin.
- Consult Security Resources: Stay informed about security advisories and best practices for WordPress plugins to enhance overall security posture.
References
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services: Low
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
- ConstructionConstruction: Low
- Educational ServicesEducational Services: Low
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance: Low
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance: Low
- InformationInformation: Low
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises: Low
- ManufacturingManufacturing: Low
- MiningMining: Low
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration: Low
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
- Retail TradeRetail Trade: Low
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing: Low
- UtilitiesUtilities: Low
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade: Low
