Vulnerability Description
The Ajax Search Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Basic Information Exposure due to missing authorization in its AJAX search handler in all versions up to, and including, 4.13.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to issue repeated AJAX requests to leak the content of any protected post in rolling 100‑character windows.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ajax-search-lite/tags/4.13.1/includes
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3349881/
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/ajax-search-lite/#developers
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/daa9c3dd-e8cf-4696-bc0
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-7956?
CVE-2025-7956 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The Ajax Search Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Basic Information Exposure due to missing authorization in its AJAX search handler in all versions up to, and including, 4.13.1. This makes i...
How severe is CVE-2025-7956?
CVE-2025-7956 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-7956?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.