CVE-2025-13192 is a critical SQL Injection vulnerability found in the roxnor Popup builder plugin for WordPress, which includes features like Gamification, Multi-Step Popups, Page-Level Targeting, and WooCommerce Triggers. The vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands (CWE-89) due to insufficient escaping and lack of prepared statements in multiple REST API endpoints. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to append arbitrary SQL queries to existing database queries, enabling unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in the backend database. The vulnerability affects all plugin versions up to and including 2.2.0. The vendor released a partial fix in version 2.2.1 addressing unauthenticated access and a full fix in 2.2.3 covering administrator-level access vectors. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.2, indicating a high severity with network attack vector, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed. The impact primarily compromises confidentiality by exposing sensitive data, while integrity and availability impacts are low. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, but the ease of exploitation and the widespread use of WordPress and WooCommerce increase the risk of future attacks. The vulnerability is particularly concerning for e-commerce sites using WooCommerce, as attackers could extract customer data, payment information, or other sensitive business data. The REST API endpoints are a common attack surface, and the lack of proper input validation and parameterized queries is the root cause. Organizations relying on this plugin should prioritize upgrading to the patched versions and review their logs for suspicious activity related to REST API calls.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-13192 can be significant, especially for those operating e-commerce platforms using WooCommerce integrated with the vulnerable Popup builder plugin. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive customer data, including personal identifiable information (PII), payment details, and business-critical information stored in the WordPress database. This breach of confidentiality can result in regulatory penalties under GDPR, reputational damage, and loss of customer trust. The vulnerability does not directly affect system integrity or availability but can facilitate further attacks if attackers gain detailed database insights. Given the plugin’s REST API exposure and lack of authentication requirements for exploitation, attackers can remotely target vulnerable sites without user interaction, increasing the risk of widespread compromise. European organizations with limited patch management processes or those unaware of the vulnerability are particularly at risk. Additionally, the presence of WooCommerce triggers in the plugin means that online retailers are prime targets, potentially affecting revenue and operational continuity. The vulnerability’s exploitation could also lead to compliance violations and legal consequences under European data protection laws.

1. Immediately update the roxnor Popup builder plugin to version 2.2.3 or later, which fully patches the SQL Injection vulnerability for all user levels. 2. Audit all REST API endpoints exposed by the plugin to ensure no unauthorized access or suspicious query patterns are present. 3. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block SQL Injection attempts targeting the plugin’s REST API endpoints. 4. Review and restrict REST API access permissions, limiting exposure to only trusted users or IP addresses where feasible. 5. Conduct thorough logging and monitoring of database queries and REST API usage to identify anomalous activities indicative of exploitation attempts. 6. Educate development and security teams about secure coding practices, emphasizing the use of parameterized queries and proper input validation to prevent similar vulnerabilities. 7. Regularly scan WordPress environments with vulnerability management tools to detect outdated plugins and known vulnerabilities. 8. Consider isolating critical e-commerce components and sensitive data with additional security controls such as database encryption and network segmentation.