CVE-2025-62906CWE-862broken-access-control

CVE-2025-62906

Medium · published October 27, 2025

CVSS v3.1
4.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
22.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple configuration slip could allow unauthorized users to access restricted areas! The Referral Link Tracker from epiphanyit321 has a missing authorization issue that opens the door a crack. 🔑 Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally leaves the back door open while locking the main entrance. If someone wanders in through the back, they could access the kitchen and see all the secret recipes! Without the proper access controls, an attacker could easily view and manipulate referral information, potentially leading to data leaks or unauthorized tracking changes. This could hurt your business reputation and lead to unauthorized activity slipping through unnoticed.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally leaves the back door open while locking the main entrance. If someone wanders in through the back, they could access the kitchen and see all the secret recipes! This vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels in the Referral Link Tracker, allowing users who shouldn't have access to exploit features intended only for authorized personnel.

What to do

Without the proper access controls, an attacker could easily view and manipulate referral information, potentially leading to data leaks or unauthorized tracking changes. This could hurt your business reputation and lead to unauthorized activity slipping through unnoticed. To secure your application, immediately apply the patch to version 1.1.5 or later, and conduct a thorough audit of all access control settings. Make sure to review user roles to ensure proper permissions are in place. You've got this! With a bit of diligence, you can fortify your defenses and keep your data safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
4.3 · MEDIUM
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00306 · 22.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-862 · Missing Authorization
Published
2025-10-27T06:15Z
References (1)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 OCT 01:33Z
    WordPress Referral Link Tracker plugin <= 1.1.4 - Broken Access Control vulnerability
    cvelistv5