Vulnerability Description
The Ace Post Type Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized custom taxonomy deletion due to missing authorization validation on the cptb_delete_custom_taxonomy() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary custom taxonomies.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ace-post-type-builder/tags/1.9/includ
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ace-post-type-builder/trunk/includes/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3412781/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b56cef33-057b-4c40-945
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-13405?
CVE-2025-13405 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The Ace Post Type Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized custom taxonomy deletion due to missing authorization validation on the cptb_delete_custom_taxonomy() function in all versi...
How severe is CVE-2025-13405?
CVE-2025-13405 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-2025-13405?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.