CVE-2025-2267 is a vulnerability identified in the WP01 – Speed, Security, SEO consultant plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions up to and including 2.6.2. The root cause is a missing authorization check (CWE-862) combined with insufficient restrictions on the make_archive() function within the plugin. This flaw allows authenticated users with as low as Subscriber-level privileges to exploit the plugin's functionality to download arbitrary files from the server. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond authentication and can be triggered remotely over the network. The attacker can read sensitive files, potentially including configuration files, credentials, or other private data stored on the server. The CVSS v3.1 score is 6.5 (medium severity), reflecting the high confidentiality impact but no impact on integrity or availability. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability poses a significant risk due to the low privilege required and the potential sensitivity of exposed data. The vulnerability underscores the importance of implementing proper capability checks and restricting file access in WordPress plugins, especially those handling file archiving or downloads.

The primary impact of CVE-2025-2267 is the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored on the affected server. Attackers with minimal privileges (Subscriber-level) can access arbitrary files, which may include database credentials, configuration files, or other sensitive data that can facilitate further attacks or data breaches. This can lead to compromised confidentiality, loss of customer trust, and potential regulatory penalties depending on the nature of the exposed data. Although the vulnerability does not allow modification or deletion of data, the exposure of sensitive information can enable lateral movement, privilege escalation, or targeted attacks against the affected organization. Organizations running WordPress sites with the WP01 plugin are at risk, particularly those hosting sensitive or regulated data. The medium severity rating reflects the balance between the ease of exploitation and the scope of impact, but the risk is heightened in environments where Subscriber-level accounts are commonly assigned or where sensitive data resides on the server.

1. Immediate mitigation involves updating the WP01 plugin to a version that addresses this vulnerability once released by the vendor. Since no patch links are currently available, monitor vendor announcements closely. 2. Restrict Subscriber-level user capabilities by reviewing and tightening role permissions to minimize unnecessary access. 3. Implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious requests targeting the make_archive() function or unusual file download attempts. 4. Conduct regular audits of user accounts and remove or downgrade unnecessary Subscriber-level accounts to reduce the attack surface. 5. Harden server file permissions to limit access to sensitive files, ensuring that even if downloaded, critical files are protected by OS-level controls. 6. Monitor server logs for unusual file access patterns indicative of exploitation attempts. 7. Consider disabling or removing the WP01 plugin if it is not essential to reduce exposure until a patch is available. 8. Educate site administrators about the risks of granting Subscriber-level access and encourage the use of stronger authentication mechanisms.