Vulnerability Description
The Auto Featured Image (Auto Post Thumbnail) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the bulk_action_generate_handler function in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to delete or generate featured images on posts they do not own.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/auto-post-thumbnail/tags/4.2.1/includ
- https://research.cleantalk.org/cve-2025-13794/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/29b0fd97-a669-42bb-b01
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-13794?
CVE-2025-13794 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Auto Featured Image (Auto Post Thumbnail) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the bulk_action_generate_handler function in ...
How severe is CVE-2025-13794?
CVE-2025-13794 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-2025-13794?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.