CVE-2025-12483 is an SQL Injection vulnerability identified in the Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager for WordPress plugin, which is widely used to create tables and charts within WordPress sites. The vulnerability exists due to improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands, specifically through the 'query' parameter, which is insufficiently escaped and lacks proper prepared statements. This flaw allows authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access or higher (in versions up to 3.11.12) to append arbitrary SQL commands to existing queries. Such injection can be exploited to extract sensitive information from the underlying database, compromising confidentiality. The vulnerability does not affect data integrity or availability directly and requires no user interaction beyond authentication. Version 3.11.13 raised the minimum privilege required for exploitation to Administrator, reducing the attack surface, and version 3.11.14 fully remediated the issue by properly sanitizing inputs and implementing secure query handling. The CVSS 3.1 score is 6.5 (medium), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, and limited privileges required. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild. The vulnerability is significant because WordPress is a prevalent CMS in Europe, and many organizations rely on plugins like Visualizer for data presentation, often with multiple contributors having elevated privileges.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data stored in WordPress databases, including potentially user information, business data, or configuration details. Since exploitation requires authenticated access at Contributor level or higher (or Administrator in some versions), organizations with lax access controls or many contributors are particularly vulnerable. The impact is primarily on confidentiality, as attackers can extract data without altering or disrupting services. This could lead to data breaches, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., GDPR violations), reputational damage, and potential financial penalties. Organizations running vulnerable versions on public-facing WordPress sites are at risk of targeted attacks or insider threats exploiting this vulnerability. The lack of known exploits in the wild suggests limited current exploitation but does not preclude future attacks, especially as the vulnerability is publicly disclosed. The medium severity indicates a moderate but actionable risk, especially for sectors handling sensitive or regulated data.

1. Immediately update the Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager plugin to version 3.11.14 or later, which fully patches the vulnerability. 2. If immediate patching is not possible, restrict plugin usage to trusted administrators only, as version 3.11.13 raises the required privilege level to Administrator. 3. Review and tighten WordPress user roles and permissions, minimizing the number of users with Contributor or higher access, and enforce the principle of least privilege. 4. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious SQL injection patterns targeting the 'query' parameter. 5. Conduct regular security audits and database access monitoring to detect unusual query patterns or data access. 6. Educate site administrators and contributors about the risks of SQL injection and the importance of secure plugin management. 7. Backup WordPress databases regularly to enable recovery in case of compromise. 8. Consider isolating critical WordPress instances or using containerization to limit lateral movement if exploited.