Vulnerability Description
The Theme Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 3.1. This is due to missing nonce validation on the ms_update AJAX action. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify child theme CSS styles via a forged request granted they can trick an administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/theme-editor/trunk/includes/classes/m
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/theme-editor/trunk/includes/classes/m
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/theme-editor/#developers
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1dd4e39a-9b2f-4728-b02
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-14469?
CVE-2025-14469 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Theme Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 3.1. This is due to missing nonce validation on the ms_update AJAX action. This ...
How severe is CVE-2025-14469?
CVE-2025-14469 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-2025-14469?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.