CVE-2025-58193 is a security vulnerability classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) affecting the Uncanny Owl Uncanny Automator plugin, specifically versions up to 6.7.0.1. This vulnerability arises due to improperly configured access control mechanisms, allowing users with limited privileges to perform actions or access resources beyond their authorization level. The flaw is rooted in missing or insufficient authorization checks within the application logic, which can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring user interaction. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.3 reflects a medium severity, indicating that while the vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or availability, it can lead to integrity violations by enabling unauthorized modification or manipulation of data or workflows within the Uncanny Automator environment. The vulnerability requires at least some level of privileges (PR:L), meaning an attacker must have authenticated access but can then escalate their capabilities due to the missing authorization controls. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches or fixes have been linked yet, suggesting that the vulnerability is newly disclosed and may require immediate attention from administrators using this plugin. Uncanny Automator is a WordPress automation plugin that integrates various workflows and third-party services, so exploitation could lead to unauthorized automation actions or data manipulation within affected WordPress sites.

For European organizations, the impact of this vulnerability depends largely on the extent to which Uncanny Automator is deployed within their WordPress environments. Organizations using this plugin for critical business process automation could face unauthorized changes to automated workflows, potentially disrupting operations or causing data integrity issues. Since the vulnerability does not directly affect confidentiality or availability, the primary concern is the integrity of automated processes and data consistency. This could lead to incorrect business actions, unauthorized data modifications, or bypassing of intended workflow restrictions. In regulated sectors such as finance, healthcare, or government within Europe, such integrity violations could have compliance implications under GDPR or sector-specific regulations. Additionally, attackers with authenticated access could leverage this flaw to escalate privileges or pivot to other parts of the network, increasing the risk of broader compromise. The lack of user interaction requirement and network attack vector means that internal threat actors or compromised user accounts could exploit this vulnerability with relative ease.

European organizations should immediately audit their WordPress installations to identify the presence and version of Uncanny Automator. Until a patch is released, administrators should restrict access to the WordPress admin panel and limit user privileges to the minimum necessary, especially for users who can interact with Uncanny Automator workflows. Implementing strict role-based access controls and monitoring for unusual automation activity or workflow changes is critical. Network segmentation and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for administrative accounts can reduce the risk of exploitation by limiting attacker access. Organizations should also subscribe to vendor and security advisories to apply patches promptly once available. As a temporary workaround, disabling or uninstalling Uncanny Automator on non-essential sites can mitigate risk. Additionally, logging and alerting on changes to automation workflows can help detect exploitation attempts early.