CVE-2025-0749: CWE-288 Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel in Fave Themes Homey
The Homey theme for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in versions up to, and including, 2.4.3. This is due to the 'verification_id' value being set to empty, and the not empty check is missing in the dashboard user profile page. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in to the first verified user.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Homey theme for WordPress contains an authentication bypass vulnerability (CWE-288) due to improper handling of the 'verification_id' parameter. Specifically, the value is set to empty and the dashboard user profile page does not verify that this value is non-empty, enabling unauthenticated attackers to gain access as the first verified user. This vulnerability affects all versions up to 2.4.3. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix information is currently available from the vendor or advisory sources.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated attacker to bypass authentication controls and log in as the first verified user of the Homey theme. This can lead to full compromise of the affected WordPress site, including unauthorized access to sensitive data, modification of site content, and potential site disruption. The high CVSS score reflects the critical nature of this impact.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider disabling or replacing the Homey theme to prevent exploitation. Monitoring vendor channels for updates is recommended. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently available.
CVE-2025-0749: CWE-288 Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel in Fave Themes Homey
Description
The Homey theme for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in versions up to, and including, 2.4.3. This is due to the 'verification_id' value being set to empty, and the not empty check is missing in the dashboard user profile page. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in to the first verified user.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Homey theme for WordPress contains an authentication bypass vulnerability (CWE-288) due to improper handling of the 'verification_id' parameter. Specifically, the value is set to empty and the dashboard user profile page does not verify that this value is non-empty, enabling unauthenticated attackers to gain access as the first verified user. This vulnerability affects all versions up to 2.4.3. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix information is currently available from the vendor or advisory sources.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated attacker to bypass authentication controls and log in as the first verified user of the Homey theme. This can lead to full compromise of the affected WordPress site, including unauthorized access to sensitive data, modification of site content, and potential site disruption. The high CVSS score reflects the critical nature of this impact.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider disabling or replacing the Homey theme to prevent exploitation. Monitoring vendor channels for updates is recommended. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-01-27T13:37:29.548Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b6bb7ef31ef0b555394
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:36:43 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:42:31 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 8:40:39 AM
Views: 25
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