CVE-2025-1483 is a vulnerability classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) found in the LTL Freight Quotes – GlobalTranz Edition plugin for WordPress, developed by enituretechnology. The flaw exists due to the absence of a capability check on the AJAX endpoint engtz_wd_save_dropship, which is responsible for saving drop shipping settings. This missing authorization allows unauthenticated attackers to send crafted requests to this endpoint and modify drop shipping configurations without any authentication or user interaction. The vulnerability affects all versions of the plugin up to and including 2.3.12. Since the endpoint is exposed via AJAX, it is accessible over the network, and the lack of access control means that any remote attacker can exploit this flaw. The impact is limited to unauthorized modification of drop shipping settings, which compromises the integrity of the data but does not affect confidentiality or availability. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.3, reflecting the network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and an impact limited to integrity. No patches or fixes are currently linked, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild as of the publication date. The vulnerability was assigned and published by Wordfence on February 20, 2025.

The primary impact of CVE-2025-1483 is unauthorized modification of drop shipping settings within the affected WordPress plugin. This can lead to incorrect shipping configurations, potentially causing logistical errors, shipment delays, or misrouting of freight. For organizations relying on this plugin to manage freight quotes and shipping logistics, such unauthorized changes could disrupt supply chain operations and damage business reputation. Although the vulnerability does not expose sensitive data or cause denial of service, the integrity compromise can have downstream effects on order fulfillment and customer satisfaction. Attackers could manipulate shipping parameters to redirect shipments or alter costs, potentially leading to financial losses or fraud. Since exploitation requires no authentication and no user interaction, the risk of automated or mass exploitation exists if the plugin is widely deployed and accessible. However, the absence of known exploits in the wild suggests limited active exploitation at this time.

To mitigate CVE-2025-1483, organizations should first verify if they are using the LTL Freight Quotes – GlobalTranz Edition plugin and identify the version in use. Since no official patch is currently linked, immediate mitigation involves restricting access to the vulnerable AJAX endpoint. This can be achieved by implementing web application firewall (WAF) rules to block unauthorized requests to engtz_wd_save_dropship or limiting access to trusted IP addresses only. Additionally, administrators should consider disabling or uninstalling the plugin if it is not essential. Monitoring web server logs for suspicious POST requests to the endpoint can help detect exploitation attempts. Organizations should also follow enituretechnology's communications for forthcoming patches and apply updates promptly once available. Employing principle of least privilege for WordPress users and ensuring the site is behind authentication where possible can reduce exposure. Finally, conducting regular security assessments and plugin audits will help identify similar vulnerabilities proactively.