CVE-2025-66082 in WpEvently Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/21/2025
Missing Authorization vulnerability in magepeopleteam WpEvently mage-eventpress allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects WpEvently: from n/a through <= 5.0.4.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/22/2025
The CVE-2025-66082 vulnerability represents a critical missing authorization flaw within the magepeopleteam WpEvently mage-eventpress plugin, which operates within the WordPress ecosystem. This vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels that permit unauthorized users to exploit functionality that should be restricted to authenticated administrators or specific user roles. The issue affects versions of the plugin ranging from the initial release through version 5.0.4, indicating a prolonged period during which this security weakness remained unaddressed.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-863, which specifically addresses "Incorrect Authorization" conditions where the system fails to properly verify that an actor is authorized to perform a requested operation. In the context of WordPress plugins, this typically manifests when administrative functions or sensitive data operations lack proper user role verification mechanisms. The flaw allows attackers to bypass intended access controls through manipulated requests or direct exploitation of API endpoints that should require administrator privileges or specific user permissions.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability exposes the plugin to potential exploitation by malicious actors who can gain unauthorized access to administrative functions or sensitive data processing capabilities. Attackers may leverage this weakness to manipulate event data, modify plugin configurations, access restricted administrative interfaces, or potentially escalate privileges within the WordPress environment. The vulnerability's presence in versions up to 5.0.4 suggests that a significant portion of users running this plugin may be exposed to risk, particularly in environments where multiple user roles exist or where the plugin handles sensitive event management data.
Security mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate patching to the latest available version of the WpEvently plugin where the authorization flaw has been addressed. Organizations should also implement network-level monitoring to detect suspicious access patterns or unauthorized API requests targeting the affected plugin. Additionally, administrators should review and tighten WordPress user role permissions, ensuring that only authorized personnel have access to administrative functions. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this type of vulnerability under T1078 Valid Accounts and T1548 Abuse of Cloud Infrastructure, highlighting the importance of proper access control mechanisms and account management practices. Regular security audits of installed WordPress plugins, including verification of their security patches and compliance with current security standards, should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities from persisting in the environment.