Vulnerability Description
The WP Global Screen Options plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 0.2. This is due to missing nonce validation on the `updatewpglobalscreenoptions` action handler. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify global screen options for all users via a forged request granted they can trick an administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-global-screen-options/tags/0.2/wp_
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/dae86d7c-3bbb-4872-acd
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12069?
CVE-2025-12069 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The WP Global Screen Options plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 0.2. This is due to missing nonce validation on the `updatewpglobals...
How severe is CVE-2025-12069?
CVE-2025-12069 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-2025-12069?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.