What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Frontend Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the fed_wp_ajax_fed_login_form_post() function in versions 1.0 to 2.2.6. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to reset the administrator’s email and password, and elevate their privileges to that of an administrator.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Frontend Dashboard versions 1.0 through 2.2.6 contain an improper access control vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read, modify, or delete sensitive data over the network. No user interaction is required. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the application.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete sensitive data without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can access, alter, or destroy site data without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 7, 2025
CVE published
May 7, 2025
Record updated