CVE-2024-2025 in BuddyPress WooCommerce my Account Integration Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 03/23/2024
The "BuddyPress WooCommerce My Account Integration. Create WooCommerce Member Pages" plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to PHP Object Injection in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.20 via deserialization of untrusted input in the get_simple_request function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to inject a PHP Object. If a POP chain is present via an additional plugin or theme installed on the target system, it could allow the attacker to delete arbitrary files, retrieve sensitive data, or execute code. CVE-2024-32603 is likely a duplicate of this issue.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/13/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-2025 affects the BuddyPress WooCommerce My Account Integration plugin for WordPress, specifically targeting versions up to and including 3.4.20. This represents a critical security flaw that exploits PHP Object Injection techniques through improper input validation within the plugin's get_simple_request function. The vulnerability manifests when untrusted data is deserialized without adequate sanitization, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate PHP objects within the application's memory space. The attack vector requires authenticated access with subscriber-level privileges or higher, making it particularly concerning as it can be exploited by users who already have some level of system access. This authentication requirement does not mitigate the potential impact, as the vulnerability can be leveraged to escalate privileges or execute arbitrary code within the WordPress environment.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through PHP object deserialization, a common attack pattern that falls under CWE-502, which specifically addresses "Deserialization of Untrusted Data." When the plugin processes user input through the get_simple_request function, it fails to properly validate or sanitize the data before attempting to deserialize it into PHP objects. This flaw creates a potential POP (Property-Oriented Programming) chain that can be leveraged by attackers to execute malicious code. The vulnerability's severity is amplified by the fact that it can be chained with other vulnerabilities present in additional plugins or themes installed on the same WordPress instance. The attack surface expands significantly when considering that WordPress installations often include multiple third-party components, each potentially introducing additional attack vectors that could be exploited in combination with this vulnerability.
From an operational perspective, the impact of CVE-2024-2025 extends beyond simple data theft or corruption. An attacker with subscriber-level access could potentially delete arbitrary files from the server, access sensitive user data, or execute code with the privileges of the web server process. This could lead to complete system compromise, especially if the web server has elevated permissions or if the attacker can leverage the vulnerability to move laterally within the network infrastructure. The vulnerability's presence in a widely used plugin increases the attack surface for numerous WordPress installations, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns. The fact that this vulnerability affects the integration between BuddyPress and WooCommerce systems means that organizations using membership-based e-commerce platforms are particularly at risk, as these systems often contain sensitive user information and transactional data.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations to address this vulnerability, starting with updating the affected plugin to the latest version where the issue has been resolved. The patch should include proper input validation and sanitization before any deserialization occurs, following secure coding practices that prevent object injection attacks. Additionally, implementing network segmentation and access controls can help limit the potential impact of successful exploitation attempts, even if an attacker manages to bypass the initial authentication requirements. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual patterns in user behavior or unexpected file access attempts that could indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of maintaining up-to-date security practices and regularly auditing third-party plugins for known vulnerabilities, as the presence of additional plugins or themes can significantly increase the risk profile of a WordPress installation. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and runtime application self-protection mechanisms to detect and block malicious deserialization attempts before they can be processed by the application. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this type of vulnerability under T1210 - Exploitation of Remote Services and T1059 - Command and Scripting Interpreter, emphasizing the need for comprehensive defensive strategies that address both the exploitation techniques and the underlying security weaknesses in the application architecture.