Vulnerability Description
The Download Plugins and Themes in ZIP from Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.6. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the download_plugin_bulk and download_theme_bulk functions. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to archive all the sites plugins and themes and place them in the `wp-content/uploads/` directory via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3417484/download-plugins-dashboard
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/845b6bcf-004b-4b92-88d
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-14399?
CVE-2025-14399 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Download Plugins and Themes in ZIP from Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.6. This is due to missing or incorrect ...
How severe is CVE-2025-14399?
CVE-2025-14399 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-2025-14399?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.