CVE-2025-67985 identifies an authorization bypass vulnerability in the Barn2 Plugins Document Library Lite WordPress plugin, specifically affecting versions up to 1.1.7. The vulnerability stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels within the plugin, which allow an attacker to exploit user-controlled keys to bypass authorization checks. This means that an attacker can manipulate certain parameters or keys that the plugin uses to verify user permissions, effectively granting unauthorized access to documents or resources that should be restricted. The plugin is commonly used to manage and display document libraries on WordPress sites, often in corporate or organizational environments. The lack of proper access control can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive documents, potentially exposing confidential information. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the vulnerability is publicly disclosed and could be targeted by attackers once details become widely known. The vulnerability does not have an assigned CVSS score, but the nature of the flaw—authorization bypass without requiring authentication—makes it a serious concern. The absence of patches at the time of disclosure means organizations must take interim protective measures. The vulnerability is particularly relevant for organizations that rely on this plugin for document management and have sensitive or regulated data stored within their WordPress sites.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-67985 can be significant, especially for those in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, and government sectors where document confidentiality is critical. Unauthorized access to sensitive documents could lead to data breaches, regulatory non-compliance, reputational damage, and potential financial penalties under GDPR. The vulnerability could allow attackers to access internal documents, intellectual property, or personal data without authentication, undermining confidentiality and potentially integrity if unauthorized modifications are possible. The availability impact is likely limited, as the vulnerability primarily concerns access control bypass rather than denial of service. However, the breach of sensitive information could have cascading operational impacts. European organizations using WordPress sites with the affected plugin version are at risk, particularly if they have not implemented compensating controls or timely updates. The lack of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially as attackers often develop exploits rapidly after public disclosure.

1. Monitor Barn2 Plugins official channels for security updates and apply patches immediately once released to address CVE-2025-67985. 2. Until patches are available, restrict access to the Document Library Lite plugin features to trusted and authenticated users only, minimizing exposure to unauthorized users. 3. Review and harden WordPress site access controls, including user roles and permissions, to limit who can interact with the plugin and its documents. 4. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious requests that attempt to manipulate user-controlled keys or parameters related to the plugin. 5. Conduct regular audits of document access logs to identify unusual or unauthorized access patterns. 6. Consider temporarily disabling the Document Library Lite plugin if it is not critical to operations or if compensating controls cannot be assured. 7. Educate site administrators about the vulnerability and the importance of timely updates and secure configuration management. 8. Employ network segmentation and data encryption to reduce the impact of any unauthorized access that might occur.