What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Puzzles | WP Magazine / Review with Store WordPress Theme + RTL theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting due to a missing capability check on the 'theme_options_ajax_post_action' AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.4. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update the plugin's settings and inject malicious web scripts. The developer opted to remove the software from the repository, so an update is not available and it is recommended to find a replacement software.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Puzzles WordPress theme fails to properly check user permissions before allowing access to certain administrative functions. A logged-in user with low privileges can perform actions they should not be able to, including reading sensitive data and modifying site content. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 4.2.4.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive data and modify site content without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can access admin functions, view private data, and alter site content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 12, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
