CVE-2025-6388: CWE-288 Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel in Theme-Spirit Spirit Framework
The Spirit Framework plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.14. This is due to the custom_actions() function not properly validating a user's identity prior to authenticating them to the site. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as any user, including administrators, granted they have access to the administrator's username.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Spirit Framework plugin for WordPress suffers from an authentication bypass vulnerability (CWE-288) in all versions up to 1.2.14. The vulnerability is due to improper validation in the custom_actions() function, which allows attackers to bypass authentication checks and log in as arbitrary users, including administrators, if the attacker knows the username. This results in full compromise of the affected WordPress site. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without privileges or user interaction, reflected by a CVSS 3.1 score of 9.8 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to gain administrative access to WordPress sites using the Spirit Framework plugin, leading to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site. This includes the ability to modify content, install malicious code, and disrupt site operations.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the WordPress admin interface and monitor for suspicious activity. Consider disabling or removing the Spirit Framework plugin if possible to mitigate risk.
CVE-2025-6388: CWE-288 Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel in Theme-Spirit Spirit Framework
Description
The Spirit Framework plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.14. This is due to the custom_actions() function not properly validating a user's identity prior to authenticating them to the site. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as any user, including administrators, granted they have access to the administrator's username.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Spirit Framework plugin for WordPress suffers from an authentication bypass vulnerability (CWE-288) in all versions up to 1.2.14. The vulnerability is due to improper validation in the custom_actions() function, which allows attackers to bypass authentication checks and log in as arbitrary users, including administrators, if the attacker knows the username. This results in full compromise of the affected WordPress site. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without privileges or user interaction, reflected by a CVSS 3.1 score of 9.8 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to gain administrative access to WordPress sites using the Spirit Framework plugin, leading to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site. This includes the ability to modify content, install malicious code, and disrupt site operations.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the WordPress admin interface and monitor for suspicious activity. Consider disabling or removing the Spirit Framework plugin if possible to mitigate risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-06-20T00:46:48.403Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68df8882bb515cfcaa844c67
Added to database: 10/3/2025, 8:25:38 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:38:17 AM
Last updated: 5/9/2026, 11:39:09 PM
Views: 259
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