CVE-2025-62006 identifies a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the VeronaLabs WP SMS WordPress plugin, affecting versions up to and including 7.0.1. The flaw arises because the plugin fails to properly verify whether a user has the necessary permissions before allowing access to certain SMS-related functions. This lack of authorization checks means that an attacker with low-level privileges (PR:L) can remotely invoke actions that should be restricted, potentially leading to unauthorized information disclosure or modification of SMS settings or messages. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.4, reflecting a medium severity level, with an attack vector of network (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), and no user interaction required (UI:N). The scope is unchanged (S:U), and the impact affects confidentiality and integrity to a limited extent (C:L/I:L), without affecting availability (A:N). No known exploits have been reported in the wild, and no patches are currently linked, indicating that the vendor may not have released a fix at the time of publication. The vulnerability is particularly relevant for WordPress sites using the WP SMS plugin, which is commonly used to send SMS notifications and alerts. Exploitation could allow unauthorized users to manipulate SMS functionalities, potentially leading to information leaks or unauthorized message sending, which could be leveraged for phishing or social engineering attacks.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a risk primarily to WordPress-based websites that utilize the WP SMS plugin for communication and alerting purposes. Unauthorized access to SMS functionalities could lead to leakage of sensitive information or unauthorized message dispatch, undermining confidentiality and integrity. This could affect customer communications, internal alerts, or multi-factor authentication processes relying on SMS. Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government, where SMS notifications are critical, may face increased risks of fraud or data exposure. The medium severity and lack of known exploits reduce immediate risk, but the widespread use of WordPress in Europe means many organizations could be affected if the vulnerability is exploited. Additionally, attackers could use this flaw as a foothold to escalate privileges or conduct further attacks within the compromised environment.

European organizations should implement the following specific mitigations: 1) Monitor VeronaLabs communications and security advisories closely for an official patch and apply it promptly once released. 2) Restrict access to WordPress administrative interfaces and SMS plugin functionalities using IP whitelisting, VPNs, or web application firewalls (WAFs) to limit exposure to authorized personnel only. 3) Conduct regular audits of user privileges within WordPress to ensure that only trusted users have low-level access that could be exploited. 4) Implement logging and monitoring of SMS-related activities to detect anomalous or unauthorized actions quickly. 5) Consider temporarily disabling the WP SMS plugin if SMS functionality is not critical or if a patch is not yet available. 6) Educate administrators about the risks of unauthorized access and encourage strong password policies and multi-factor authentication for WordPress accounts. These targeted steps go beyond generic advice by focusing on access control and monitoring specific to the vulnerable plugin's functionality.