CVE-2025-29000 in Multi-language Responsive Contact Form Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 07/16/2025
Missing Authorization vulnerability in August Infotech Multi-language Responsive Contact Form allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs. This issue affects Multi-language Responsive Contact Form: from n/a through 2.8.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/16/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-29000 represents a critical authorization flaw within the August Infotech Multi-language Responsive Contact Form plugin, specifically impacting versions ranging from n/a through 2.8. This missing authorization issue stems from inadequate access control mechanisms that fail to properly constrain functionality within the application's authorization framework. The flaw allows unauthorized users to access administrative functions and features that should be restricted to authorized personnel only, fundamentally undermining the security model of the contact form system.
This vulnerability manifests as a failure in the application's access control list (ACL) implementation, where the system does not adequately verify user permissions before granting access to sensitive operations. The issue falls under the CWE-285 category of Improper Authorization, which specifically addresses scenarios where the application fails to properly enforce access controls for protected resources. The missing authorization check creates a pathway for attackers to bypass normal security restrictions and perform actions they should not be permitted to execute, including but not limited to modifying form configurations, accessing submitted contact data, or potentially escalating privileges within the affected system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it creates potential for data exposure, modification, or even complete system compromise depending on the privileges associated with the affected functionality. Attackers exploiting this flaw could gain access to sensitive contact information submitted through the form, potentially including personal identifiable information, business data, or other confidential communications. The vulnerability affects the core authorization mechanisms of the plugin, making it particularly dangerous as it undermines the fundamental security assumptions of the application's access control design. This type of flaw is particularly concerning in web applications where contact forms often serve as entry points for user interaction and data collection.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper access control validation at all entry points within the application, ensuring that each function call verifies the user's authorization level before execution. Security measures should include comprehensive input validation, role-based access controls, and proper session management to prevent unauthorized access. The plugin developers should implement robust ACL enforcement mechanisms that verify user permissions before granting access to protected resources, aligning with the principle of least privilege as outlined in cybersecurity best practices. Additionally, regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar authorization flaws, with the implementation of automated access control checks to prevent future occurrences of this class of vulnerability. Organizations using this plugin should immediately update to the latest version and review their access control configurations to ensure proper authorization enforcement.