Vulnerability Description
The Pretty Google Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check on the pgcal_ajax_handler() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.0. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to retrieve the Google API key set in the plugin's settings.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/pretty-google-calendar/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b3c15924-d430-48e3-980
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12898?
CVE-2025-12898 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The Pretty Google Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check on the pgcal_ajax_handler() function in all versions up to, and including...
How severe is CVE-2025-12898?
CVE-2025-12898 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-12898?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.