CVE-2025-4339: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in CodexThemes TheGem
The TheGem theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the ajaxApi() function in all versions up to, and including, 5.10.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update arbitrary theme options.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-4339 is a missing authorization vulnerability in the ajaxApi() function of the TheGem WordPress theme by CodexThemes. Authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber or above) can update arbitrary theme options due to the absence of capability checks. This issue affects all versions up to and including 5.10.3. The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or availability but allows integrity modification of theme settings. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available, and no known exploits have been reported.
Potential Impact
An attacker with at least Subscriber-level access can modify theme options arbitrarily, potentially altering site appearance or behavior. The vulnerability does not allow direct access to sensitive data or denial of service but compromises the integrity of theme configuration. This could lead to unauthorized changes that may affect site functionality or user experience.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict user roles to trusted individuals only and monitor for unauthorized changes to theme options. Avoid granting Subscriber or higher privileges to untrusted users. Follow updates from CodexThemes for an official fix.
CVE-2025-4339: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in CodexThemes TheGem
Description
The TheGem theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the ajaxApi() function in all versions up to, and including, 5.10.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update arbitrary theme options.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-4339 is a missing authorization vulnerability in the ajaxApi() function of the TheGem WordPress theme by CodexThemes. Authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber or above) can update arbitrary theme options due to the absence of capability checks. This issue affects all versions up to and including 5.10.3. The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or availability but allows integrity modification of theme settings. No patch or vendor advisory is currently available, and no known exploits have been reported.
Potential Impact
An attacker with at least Subscriber-level access can modify theme options arbitrarily, potentially altering site appearance or behavior. The vulnerability does not allow direct access to sensitive data or denial of service but compromises the integrity of theme configuration. This could lead to unauthorized changes that may affect site functionality or user experience.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict user roles to trusted individuals only and monitor for unauthorized changes to theme options. Avoid granting Subscriber or higher privileges to untrusted users. Follow updates from CodexThemes for an official fix.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-05-05T16:17:26.462Z
- Cisa Enriched
- true
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 682cd0fc1484d88663aeccb0
Added to database: 5/20/2025, 6:59:08 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:21:51 AM
Last updated: 5/10/2026, 7:08:04 AM
Views: 81
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