Vulnerability Description
The The Events Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the 'tec_qr_code_modal' AJAX endpoint in all versions up to, and including, 6.15.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to view draft event names and generate/view QR codes for them.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/the-events-calendar/the-events-calendar/blob/main/src/Events/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3386042/the-events-calendar/tags/6.
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ab844a05-80e0-42c7-981
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12175?
CVE-2025-12175 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The The Events Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the 'tec_qr_code_modal' AJAX endpoint in all versions up to, and including, 6.15....
How severe is CVE-2025-12175?
CVE-2025-12175 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-2025-12175?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.