CVE-2025-22715 identifies a missing authorization vulnerability in the WP Attractive Donations System plugin, which facilitates Stripe and PayPal donations on WordPress websites. The vulnerability arises from incorrectly configured access control security levels, allowing unauthorized users to perform actions that should be restricted. This could include modifying donation records, accessing sensitive payment information, or manipulating the donation process. The affected versions include all releases up to and including version 1.25. The vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction, increasing the risk of exploitation. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the nature of the flaw suggests that attackers could leverage it to compromise the integrity and availability of donation data, potentially impacting fundraising efforts and donor trust. The plugin is commonly used by organizations that rely on online donations, making it a critical component in their web infrastructure. The absence of a CVSS score indicates the need for a severity assessment based on the vulnerability's characteristics. The vulnerability's exploitation could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of financial transactions, which is particularly sensitive for organizations handling donations.

For European organizations, especially nonprofits, charities, and other entities relying on WordPress-based donation systems, this vulnerability poses significant risks. Unauthorized manipulation of donation data could lead to financial losses, reputational damage, and erosion of donor trust. The integrity of donation records may be compromised, affecting accounting and compliance with financial regulations such as GDPR. Availability of donation services could also be disrupted, impacting fundraising campaigns. Since the vulnerability does not require authentication, attackers could exploit it remotely, increasing the threat surface. Organizations in Europe with active online fundraising platforms using this plugin are at risk of targeted attacks or opportunistic exploitation. The impact extends beyond financial loss to include potential legal liabilities and operational disruptions.

Immediate mitigation involves monitoring and restricting access to the WP Attractive Donations System plugin's administrative and API endpoints. Organizations should implement strict role-based access controls within WordPress to limit plugin management to trusted administrators. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls (WAFs) should be configured to detect and block suspicious requests targeting donation-related endpoints. Regularly auditing plugin usage and access logs can help identify unauthorized attempts. Since no official patch is currently available, organizations should consider temporarily disabling the plugin or replacing it with alternative donation systems with verified security. Once a patch is released, prompt application is critical. Additionally, organizations should educate administrators on secure plugin management and maintain up-to-date backups to recover from potential compromises.