Vulnerability Description
The Lisfinity Core - Lisfinity Core plugin used for pebas® Lisfinity WordPress theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.0. This is due to the plugin assigning the editor role by default. While limitations with respect to capabilities are put in place, use of the API is not restricted. This vulnerability can be leveraged together with CVE-2025-6038 to obtain admin privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://themeforest.net/item/lisfinity-classified-ads-wordpress-theme/26342611
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/afffd5e2-798b-42b5-b0b
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-6042?
CVE-2025-6042 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). The Lisfinity Core - Lisfinity Core plugin used for pebas® Lisfinity WordPress theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.0. This is due...
How severe is CVE-2025-6042?
CVE-2025-6042 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-6042?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.