CVE-2025-0177: Privilege Escalation in Javo Core
Platform
wordpress
Component
javo-core
Fixed in
3.0.1
CVE-2025-0177 is a critical privilege escalation vulnerability affecting the Javo Core plugin for WordPress. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to elevate their privileges to administrator level by simply creating a new user account. The vulnerability impacts versions 0 through 3.0.0.080 of the plugin. A patch is expected from the vendor.
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Impact and Attack Scenarios
The impact of this vulnerability is severe. An attacker exploiting CVE-2025-0177 can gain complete control over a WordPress site. This includes the ability to modify content, install malicious plugins, steal sensitive data (user credentials, customer information, financial data), and potentially use the compromised site to launch further attacks against other systems. The ease of exploitation – requiring only account creation – significantly increases the risk of widespread compromise, particularly for sites with weak security practices.
Exploitation Context
This vulnerability is considered high risk due to its critical CVSS score and the ease of exploitation. Public proof-of-concept code is likely to emerge quickly, increasing the likelihood of widespread exploitation. Monitor security advisories and threat intelligence feeds for updates on exploitation activity. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on 2025-03-08.
Threat Intelligence
Exploit Status
EPSS
0.73% (73% percentile)
CISA SSVC
CVSS Vector
What do these metrics mean?
- Attack Vector
- Network — remotely exploitable over the internet. No physical or local access required. Widest attack surface.
- Attack Complexity
- Low — no special conditions required. Attacker can exploit reliably without depending on rare configurations or timing.
- Privileges Required
- None — unauthenticated. No login or credentials needed to exploit.
- User Interaction
- None — attack is automatic and silent. Victim does nothing: no click, no file open.
- Scope
- Unchanged — impact is limited to the vulnerable component itself.
- Confidentiality
- High — complete confidentiality loss. Attacker can read all data: credentials, keys, personal data.
- Integrity
- High — attacker can write, modify, or delete any data: databases, config files, or code.
- Availability
- High — complete crash or resource exhaustion. Full denial of service.
Affected Software
Weakness Classification (CWE)
Timeline
- Reserved
- Published
- Modified
- EPSS updated
Mitigation and Workarounds
The primary mitigation for CVE-2025-0177 is to upgrade to a patched version of the Javo Core plugin as soon as it becomes available. Until a patch is released, consider temporarily disabling user registration on the WordPress site to prevent attackers from creating administrator accounts. Implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules to block suspicious account creation attempts can also provide a layer of defense. Regularly review user accounts and permissions to identify and remove any unauthorized administrator accounts.
How to fix
Update the Javo Core plugin to a patched version. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to assign administrator roles, so applying the update is crucial to mitigate the risk of privilege escalation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2025-0177 — Privilege Escalation in Javo Core?
CVE-2025-0177 is a critical vulnerability in the Javo Core WordPress plugin that allows unauthenticated attackers to gain administrator privileges by creating new user accounts, granting them full control over the website.
Am I affected by CVE-2025-0177 in Javo Core?
If you are using Javo Core plugin versions 0 through 3.0.0.080, you are potentially affected by this vulnerability. Check your plugin version and upgrade as soon as a patch is available.
How do I fix CVE-2025-0177 in Javo Core?
The recommended fix is to upgrade to a patched version of the Javo Core plugin. Until a patch is released, disable user registration or implement a WAF to block suspicious account creation attempts.
Is CVE-2025-0177 being actively exploited?
While active exploitation is not yet confirmed, the vulnerability's critical severity and ease of exploitation suggest it is likely to be targeted soon. Monitor security advisories and threat intelligence feeds.
Where can I find the official Javo Core advisory for CVE-2025-0177?
Refer to the Javo Core plugin's official website or WordPress plugin repository for the latest security advisory and patch information.
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