Vulnerability Description
The School Management System – WPSchoolPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the wpsp_UpdateTeacher() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.16. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with teacher-level access and above, to update arbitrary user details including email which makes it possible to request a password reset and access arbitrary user accounts, including administrators.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Igexsolutions | Wpschoolpress | <= 2.2.16 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wpschoolpress/tags/2.2.16/lib/wpsp-ajProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wpschoolpress/tags/2.2.17/lib/wpsp-aj
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e54f98bc-c538-4f3c-b24Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-1667?
CVE-2025-1667 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The School Management System – WPSchoolPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the wpsp_UpdateTeacher() function in all versions up to, an...
How severe is CVE-2025-1667?
CVE-2025-1667 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-1667?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Igexsolutions Wpschoolpress.