CVE-2025-68086 is a missing authorization vulnerability found in the merkulove Reformer for Elementor WordPress plugin, affecting versions up to and including 1.0.6. This flaw arises from incorrectly configured access control mechanisms within the plugin, allowing users with some level of privileges (PR:L - privileges required) to perform actions beyond their authorization scope. The vulnerability is exploitable remotely (AV:N) without requiring user interaction (UI:N), and it affects the confidentiality and integrity of the affected systems, though it does not impact availability. Specifically, an attacker with limited privileges can bypass security checks to access or modify data or functionality that should be restricted. The vulnerability does not require elevated privileges such as administrator rights but does require some authenticated access, which limits the attack surface to users who have at least low-level access to the WordPress environment. No public exploits or patches are currently available, but the issue is published and tracked in the CVE database. The plugin is used to enhance Elementor page builder functionality, which is widely adopted in WordPress sites, making the vulnerability relevant to many web environments.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a moderate risk primarily to websites using the merkulove Reformer for Elementor plugin. The unauthorized access could lead to exposure or modification of sensitive content, potentially damaging brand reputation and violating data protection regulations such as GDPR if personal data is involved. Since the vulnerability requires some level of authenticated access, the risk is higher in environments where user accounts are shared, poorly managed, or where attackers can gain low-level credentials through other means. Public-facing websites are particularly vulnerable to exploitation attempts, which could lead to defacement, data leakage, or unauthorized content changes. The impact on availability is negligible, but the confidentiality and integrity risks could disrupt business operations and customer trust. Organizations in sectors with high regulatory scrutiny or those relying heavily on their web presence for customer engagement are especially at risk.

To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should first audit their WordPress installations to identify the presence and version of the merkulove Reformer for Elementor plugin. Access to the plugin’s functionality should be restricted to trusted users only, with strict role-based access controls implemented. Monitoring and logging of user activities related to the plugin should be enhanced to detect any unauthorized attempts. Until an official patch is released, consider disabling or removing the plugin if it is not critical to business operations. Additionally, organizations should enforce strong authentication mechanisms and regularly review user privileges to minimize the risk of credential compromise. Applying web application firewalls (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious requests targeting the plugin endpoints can provide an additional layer of defense. Finally, stay informed about vendor updates and apply patches promptly once available.