Vulnerability Description
The SmartCrawl SEO checker, analyzer & optimizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the update_submodule() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.14.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update the plugin's setttings.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/smartcrawl-seo/tags/3.14.2/includes/c
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3366486/smartcrawl-seo/trunk/includ
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/8a63a9b3-c056-45f3-952
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-11163?
CVE-2025-11163 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The SmartCrawl SEO checker, analyzer & optimizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the update_submodule() function in all ver...
How severe is CVE-2025-11163?
CVE-2025-11163 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-11163?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.