Vulnerability Description
The WPBifröst – Instant Passwordless Temporary Login Links plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the ctl_create_link AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to create new administrative user accounts and subsequently log in as those.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/create-temporary-login/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/50946bc7-8d31-4376-bdc
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-10299?
CVE-2025-10299 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The WPBifröst – Instant Passwordless Temporary Login Links plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the ctl_create_link AJAX action in all versio...
How severe is CVE-2025-10299?
CVE-2025-10299 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-10299?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.