CVE-2025-11086 is a vulnerability classified under CWE-269 (Improper Privilege Management) found in the Academy LMS Pro WordPress plugin, specifically affecting versions up to and including 3.3.7. The root cause is the plugin's failure to properly validate user roles during the registration process via its Social Login addon. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to register on a vulnerable WordPress site and escalate their privileges to Administrator by manipulating the role assignment mechanism. Since the vulnerability does not require prior authentication or user interaction, it can be exploited remotely over the network. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating a high severity due to the potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability impacts all versions of the plugin, and no patches or fixes have been linked yet. Although no known exploits are currently in the wild, the vulnerability's nature and ease of exploitation make it a critical risk. Attackers gaining administrator access can fully control the WordPress site, including modifying content, installing malicious plugins, stealing sensitive data, or disrupting services. The vulnerability is particularly concerning for organizations relying on Academy LMS Pro for e-learning solutions, as it undermines the trust and security of educational platforms.

For European organizations, especially those in education, training, and e-learning sectors using Academy LMS Pro, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. An attacker exploiting this flaw can gain full administrative control over the WordPress site, leading to data breaches involving personal information of students and staff, unauthorized content manipulation, and potential service disruptions. The compromise could also facilitate further lateral movement within the organization's network if the WordPress server is integrated with other internal systems. Given the widespread use of WordPress in Europe and the increasing reliance on online learning platforms, the impact could be broad and severe. Additionally, regulatory implications under GDPR could arise from unauthorized data access or breaches, resulting in legal and financial consequences. The vulnerability's unauthenticated nature increases the likelihood of exploitation, making timely mitigation critical to protect organizational assets and maintain operational continuity.

1. Immediately disable or restrict access to the Social Login addon within Academy LMS Pro until an official patch is released. 2. Monitor user registrations closely for any suspicious activity, particularly new accounts with elevated privileges. 3. Implement web application firewalls (WAF) with custom rules to detect and block attempts to manipulate user roles during registration. 4. Enforce strict role assignment policies and review user roles regularly to detect unauthorized privilege escalations. 5. Keep WordPress core, plugins, and themes updated to reduce exposure to other vulnerabilities. 6. Consider isolating the LMS environment from critical internal networks to limit potential lateral movement. 7. Once a patch is available from the vendor, apply it promptly and verify the fix through testing. 8. Educate administrators on the risks of privilege escalation and the importance of monitoring user management activities. 9. Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing focused on privilege management controls within the LMS.