CVE-2025-62115 is a vulnerability classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) found in the ThemeBoy Hide Plugins product, affecting versions up to 1.0.4. The core issue arises from incorrectly configured access control security levels, which allow users with limited privileges (PR:L) to perform actions that should require higher authorization. The vulnerability is exploitable remotely over the network (AV:N) without user interaction (UI:N), making it feasible for attackers who have some level of authenticated access to escalate privileges or manipulate plugin settings without proper authorization. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 4.3, indicating a medium severity primarily due to the impact on integrity (I:L) without affecting confidentiality or availability. The scope remains unchanged (S:U), meaning the exploitation affects only the vulnerable component and does not extend to other system components. No patches or known exploits are currently available, but the vulnerability's presence in a widely used WordPress plugin raises concerns for website security, especially for sites relying on Hide Plugins for plugin management or concealment. The missing authorization can lead to unauthorized changes in plugin configurations, potentially enabling further attacks or disruptions.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized modification of plugin settings, potentially enabling privilege escalation or further exploitation of the website. While it does not directly compromise confidentiality or availability, integrity issues can undermine trust in the affected web applications and lead to indirect impacts such as defacement, insertion of malicious code, or disruption of normal operations. Organizations in sectors with high reliance on WordPress-based websites, including e-commerce, media, and public services, may face reputational damage and operational risks. The medium severity score reflects a moderate risk, but the ease of exploitation by authenticated users increases the threat to organizations with multiple user accounts or weak internal access controls. Given the lack of known exploits, the immediate risk is limited, but proactive mitigation is essential to prevent potential future attacks.

1. Immediately audit and restrict user privileges to ensure that only trusted administrators have access to plugin management features. 2. Implement strict role-based access control (RBAC) policies within WordPress to limit the ability to modify or hide plugins to necessary personnel only. 3. Monitor server and application logs for unusual activities related to plugin management or configuration changes. 4. If possible, disable or remove the ThemeBoy Hide Plugins plugin until a patch or update is released. 5. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block unauthorized attempts to access plugin management endpoints. 6. Regularly update all WordPress plugins and core installations to incorporate security patches promptly. 7. Conduct internal penetration testing focusing on privilege escalation and access control weaknesses in WordPress environments. 8. Educate administrators and users about the risks of privilege misuse and the importance of secure access practices.