CVE-2025-2005

Description

The Front End Users plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the file uploads field of the registration form in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.32. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
etoilewebdesign	front_end_users	< 3.2.32

References

Other References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3303083%40front-end-only-users&new=3303083%40front-end-only-users&sfp_email=&sfph_mail= https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/102223a1-07f5-485b-a6af-49cf316d9797?source=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-2005? +

The Front End Users plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the file uploads field of the registration form in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.32. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2025-2005? +

CVE-2025-2005 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-2005? +

CVE-2025-2005 affects products from etoilewebdesign, specifically: front_end_users. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-2005? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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