What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Homey theme for WordPress is vulnerable to Insecure Direct Object Reference in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.4 via the 'homey_delete_user_account' action due to missing validation on a user controlled key. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete other user's accounts.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Homey theme versions up to 2.4.4 contain an authorization flaw that allows authenticated users to modify site content they should not have access to. The vulnerability requires a valid user account but no special privileges. An attacker with low-level access can alter data, potentially affecting site integrity. Update to a version newer than 2.4.4.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify site content or data without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users may alter content beyond their intended permissions, compromising site data integrity.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a valid user account with low-level privileges.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 2, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated