What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Flex Mag - Responsive WordPress News Theme theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data that can lead to a denial of service due to a missing capability check on the propanel_of_ajax_callback() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.5.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary option values on the WordPress site. This can be leveraged to delete an option that would create an error on the site and deny service to legitimate users.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Flex Mag theme for WordPress lacks proper authorization checks, allowing authenticated users with low privileges to modify or delete site content and settings. An attacker with a basic user account can perform administrative actions without proper permission validation. This affects all versions up to 3.5.2. Site owners should update immediately to a patched version.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify or delete site content and settings using a low-privilege user account.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can alter or remove published content, pages, and theme settings without admin approval.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a valid WordPress user account with low privileges (e.g., Subscriber or Contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 7, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
