CVE-2025-3776: CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') in cajka Verification SMS with TargetSMS
The Verification SMS with TargetSMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to limited Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.5 via the 'targetvr_ajax_handler' function. This is due to a lack of validation on the type of function that can be called. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute any callable function on the site, such as phpinfo().
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-3776 affects the Verification SMS with TargetSMS plugin for WordPress, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary callable functions through the 'targetvr_ajax_handler' function due to insufficient validation of callable function types. This improper control of code generation (CWE-94) can lead to limited remote code execution, potentially exposing site information or impacting site integrity. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 1.5. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.3, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
An attacker can remotely execute arbitrary callable functions on the affected WordPress site without authentication, which may lead to information disclosure (e.g., via phpinfo()), integrity compromise, and availability disruption. The impact is considered high due to the ability to execute code remotely and the lack of required privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the vulnerable plugin's AJAX handler if possible, or disable the plugin to prevent exploitation. Monitor official sources for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2025-3776: CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') in cajka Verification SMS with TargetSMS
Description
The Verification SMS with TargetSMS plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to limited Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.5 via the 'targetvr_ajax_handler' function. This is due to a lack of validation on the type of function that can be called. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute any callable function on the site, such as phpinfo().
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-3776 affects the Verification SMS with TargetSMS plugin for WordPress, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary callable functions through the 'targetvr_ajax_handler' function due to insufficient validation of callable function types. This improper control of code generation (CWE-94) can lead to limited remote code execution, potentially exposing site information or impacting site integrity. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 1.5. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.3, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
An attacker can remotely execute arbitrary callable functions on the affected WordPress site without authentication, which may lead to information disclosure (e.g., via phpinfo()), integrity compromise, and availability disruption. The impact is considered high due to the ability to execute code remotely and the lack of required privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the vulnerable plugin's AJAX handler if possible, or disable the plugin to prevent exploitation. Monitor official sources for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-04-17T17:19:49.099Z
- Cisa Enriched
- true
Threat ID: 682d9840c4522896dcbf1597
Added to database: 5/21/2025, 9:09:20 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:15:48 AM
Last updated: 5/8/2026, 9:04:04 PM
Views: 84
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.