Vulnerability Description
The Directorist: AI-Powered Business Directory Plugin with Classified Ads Listings plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation via account takeover in all versions up to, and including, 8.1. This is due to the directorist_generate_password_reset_pin_code() and reset_user_password() functions not having enough controls to prevent a successful brute force attack of the OTP to change a password, or verify that a password reset request came from an authorized user. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to generate and brute force an OTP that makes it possible to change any users passwords, including an administrator.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpwax | Directorist | < 8.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3246340/directoristProduct
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/853562ed-7f2e-453c-b3dThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-1570?
CVE-2025-1570 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). The Directorist: AI-Powered Business Directory Plugin with Classified Ads Listings plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation via account takeover in all versions up to, and including,...
How severe is CVE-2025-1570?
CVE-2025-1570 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-1570?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpwax Directorist.