What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Frontend Dashboard plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation due to a missing capability check on the ajax_request() function in versions 1.0 to 2.2.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to control where the plugin sends outgoing emails. By pointing SMTP to their own server, attackers could capture password reset emails intended for administrators, and elevate their privileges for full site takeover.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Frontend Dashboard versions 1.5.10 through 2.2.7 contain an improper access control vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can read, modify, or delete data they should not have access to. The vulnerability requires network access and valid login credentials but no additional user interaction. Upgrade to a version newer than 2.2.7.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete sensitive data across the application without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can access or alter data belonging to other users or restricted areas of the dashboard.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Valid login credentials with low-level user privileges; network access to the application.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 13, 2025
CVE published
May 13, 2025
Record updated
