CVE-2025-64199 is a missing authorization vulnerability identified in the WpEstate wpresidence WordPress plugin, affecting versions up to and including 5.3.2. The vulnerability arises from incorrectly configured access control security levels, allowing unauthenticated attackers to bypass authorization checks and access restricted resources or functionality. Since the vulnerability is exploitable remotely without requiring authentication or user interaction, it poses a risk of unauthorized data disclosure. The CVSS v3.1 score of 5.3 reflects a medium severity, primarily due to the impact on confidentiality without affecting integrity or availability. The vulnerability does not require elevated privileges, making exploitation easier in environments where the plugin is deployed. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the widespread use of WordPress and the popularity of the wpresidence plugin in real estate websites increase the risk of exploitation once public details are widely disseminated. The lack of available patches at the time of publication necessitates immediate mitigation through configuration review and access restrictions. The vulnerability highlights the importance of proper access control implementation in WordPress plugins, especially those handling sensitive customer or property data.

For European organizations, especially those operating real estate websites using the wpresidence plugin, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive customer or property information, potentially violating data protection regulations such as GDPR. The confidentiality impact, while limited, could result in exposure of personal data or business-sensitive information, damaging reputation and customer trust. Since the vulnerability does not affect data integrity or availability, the operational impact is lower, but unauthorized data access could facilitate further targeted attacks or social engineering. Organizations in Europe with high WordPress usage and significant real estate digital presence are at increased risk. Additionally, regulatory scrutiny in Europe means that even limited data leaks can lead to substantial compliance penalties. The absence of known exploits currently provides a window for proactive mitigation, but the ease of exploitation and network accessibility increase the urgency for action.

European organizations should immediately audit their wpresidence plugin installations to verify the version in use and confirm if it is vulnerable (<= 5.3.2). Until an official patch is released, restrict access to wpresidence administrative and sensitive endpoints via web application firewalls (WAFs) or IP whitelisting to limit exposure. Implement strict role-based access controls within WordPress to minimize permissions granted to users and plugins. Monitor web server and application logs for unusual access patterns or unauthorized attempts to access restricted resources. Consider temporarily disabling the wpresidence plugin if it is not critical to operations or if mitigating controls cannot be applied promptly. Stay informed on vendor advisories and apply patches immediately once available. Additionally, conduct regular security assessments of WordPress plugins and maintain an inventory of all installed components to quickly identify and respond to vulnerabilities.