Vulnerability Description
The NewsBlogger theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing capability check on the newsblogger_install_and_activate_plugin() function in all versions up to, and including, 0.2.5.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Spicethemes | Newsblogger | < 0.2.5.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/newsblogger/0.2.5.5/functions.php?annoProduct
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/newsblogger/0.2/functions.php#L440Product
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/newsblogger/0.2/functions.php#L461Product
- https://themes.trac.wordpress.org/browser/newsblogger/0.2/functions.php#L470Product
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/85cea6b5-d57b-495e-a50Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-1304?
CVE-2025-1304 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The NewsBlogger theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing capability check on the newsblogger_install_and_activate_plugin() function in all versions up to, and inclu...
How severe is CVE-2025-1304?
CVE-2025-1304 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-2025-1304?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Spicethemes Newsblogger.