Vulnerability Description
The HyperComments plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data that can lead to privilege escalation due to a missing capability check on the hc_request_handler function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to update arbitrary options on the WordPress site. This can be leveraged to update the default role for registration to administrator and enable user registration for attackers to gain administrative user access to a vulnerable site.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/hypercomments/trunk/hypercomments.php
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/07fd6bee-5b00-4fc1-9f7
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-5701?
CVE-2025-5701 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The HyperComments plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data that can lead to privilege escalation due to a missing capability check on the hc_request_handler function in ...
How severe is CVE-2025-5701?
CVE-2025-5701 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-2025-5701?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.