Platform
wordpress
Component
configurator-theme-core
Fixed in
1.4.8
CVE-2025-3101 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting the Configurator Theme Core plugin for WordPress. An authenticated attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can exploit this flaw to escalate their privileges to Administrator, gaining complete control over the WordPress site. This vulnerability impacts versions 0 through 1.4.7 of the plugin, and a patch is available.
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-3101 allows an attacker to bypass access controls and gain administrator privileges within a WordPress installation. This grants them full control over the site, including the ability to modify content, install malicious plugins, access sensitive data, and potentially compromise the entire server. The impact is particularly severe for sites with sensitive data or critical functionality, as an attacker could use their elevated privileges to steal data, disrupt services, or launch further attacks. This vulnerability highlights the importance of proper input validation and access control mechanisms in WordPress plugins.
CVE-2025-3101 was publicly disclosed on April 24, 2025. There is currently no indication of active exploitation in the wild, but the ease of exploitation and the potential impact make it a high-priority vulnerability. No public proof-of-concept (PoC) code has been released as of this writing, but the vulnerability is relatively straightforward to exploit, increasing the likelihood of PoC development and potential exploitation. It is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog.
Exploit Status
EPSS
0.26% (49% percentile)
CISA SSVC
CVSS Vector
The primary mitigation for CVE-2025-3101 is to upgrade the Configurator Theme Core plugin to a patched version. If immediate upgrading is not possible due to compatibility issues or breaking changes, consider restricting access to the plugin's administrative interface using a WordPress firewall (WAF) or access control plugin. Carefully review user roles and permissions to ensure that Subscriber-level users do not have unnecessary access to sensitive areas of the site. Monitor WordPress logs for suspicious activity, particularly attempts to modify user meta data.
Actualice el plugin Configurator Theme Core a la última versión disponible para mitigar la vulnerabilidad de escalada de privilegios. Verifique las actualizaciones en el repositorio de WordPress o en el sitio web del desarrollador. Asegúrese de realizar una copia de seguridad completa del sitio antes de actualizar cualquier plugin.
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CVE-2025-3101 is a vulnerability in the Configurator Theme Core WordPress plugin allowing authenticated users with Subscriber access to escalate to Administrator privileges.
You are affected if you are using Configurator Theme Core versions 0 through 1.4.7. Check your plugin version immediately.
Upgrade the Configurator Theme Core plugin to the latest available version. If upgrading is not immediately possible, implement temporary mitigation measures like WAF rules.
There is currently no confirmed active exploitation, but the vulnerability's ease of exploitation makes it a potential target.
Refer to the plugin developer's website or the WordPress plugin repository for the official advisory and update information.
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