Vulnerability Description
The VG WORT METIS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the gutenberg_save_post() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update limited post settings.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/vgw-metis/trunk/classes/admin.php#L42
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3334017/vgw-metis/trunk/classes/adm
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b9edcbdc-5b01-4880-95e
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-5812?
CVE-2025-5812 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The VG WORT METIS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the gutenberg_save_post() function in all versions up to, and including, ...
How severe is CVE-2025-5812?
CVE-2025-5812 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-2025-5812?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.