CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.5 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The NewsBlogger theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing capability check on the newsblogger_install_and_activate_plugin() function in all versions up to, and including, 0.2.5.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Technical details
- Published
- 2025-05-01
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2025-1304?
The NewsBlogger theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing capability check on the newsblogger_install_and_activate_plugin() function in all versions up to, and including, 0.2.5.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Is CVE-2025-1304 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2025-1304 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 1.5%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2025-1304?
CVE-2025-1304 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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