Vulnerability Description
The Frontend Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the fed_wp_ajax_fed_login_form_post() function in versions 1.0 to 2.2.6. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to reset the administrator’s email and password, and elevate their privileges to that of an administrator.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/frontend-dashboard/tags/2.2.6/include
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/frontend-dashboard/tags/2.2.6/include
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/frontend-dashboard/tags/2.2.7/include
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3288562/
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/frontend-dashboard/#developers
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/31e518a9-316b-40a4-ada
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-4104?
CVE-2025-4104 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Frontend Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the fed_wp_ajax_fed_login_form_post() function in versions 1.0 to 2.2.6. This mak...
How severe is CVE-2025-4104?
CVE-2025-4104 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-4104?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.