CVE-2025-68550 is a Blind SQL Injection vulnerability classified under CWE-89, found in the VillaTheme WPBulky WordPress plugin versions up to 1.1.13. This vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements in SQL commands, allowing an attacker with authenticated, high-level privileges to inject malicious SQL queries. Blind SQL Injection means the attacker cannot directly see the query results but can infer data through response behavior or timing, enabling extraction of sensitive information from the database. The CVSS 3.1 score of 7.6 indicates a high-severity issue with network attack vector, low attack complexity, requiring privileges but no user interaction, and impacting confidentiality with limited impact on availability and no impact on integrity. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality of data stored in the WordPress database, potentially exposing user information or other sensitive content. No public exploits or patches are currently available, increasing the urgency for organizations to implement compensating controls. The vulnerability’s scope is limited to installations of the WPBulky plugin, which is used for bulk management of WordPress content, making it a targeted risk for sites utilizing this plugin. The issue was reserved and published in December 2025, indicating recent discovery and disclosure.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to the confidentiality of data managed via WordPress sites using the WPBulky plugin. Attackers with authenticated access can exploit the Blind SQL Injection to extract sensitive information such as user credentials, personal data, or business-critical content. This can lead to data breaches, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., GDPR violations), reputational damage, and potential financial penalties. Although the vulnerability does not directly affect data integrity or availability, the exposure of confidential data alone can have severe consequences. Organizations relying on WordPress for e-commerce, customer portals, or internal content management are particularly vulnerable. The lack of known exploits in the wild currently provides a window for proactive defense, but the high severity and ease of exploitation by privileged users necessitate urgent attention. The impact is amplified in sectors with stringent data protection requirements, such as finance, healthcare, and government services within Europe.

1. Immediately restrict WPBulky plugin access to only trusted, high-privilege users and review user permissions to minimize the number of accounts with elevated rights. 2. Monitor database query logs and web application logs for unusual or suspicious SQL query patterns that may indicate attempted exploitation. 3. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules tailored to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting WPBulky plugin endpoints. 4. Disable or remove the WPBulky plugin if it is not essential to reduce the attack surface until a patch is released. 5. Engage with VillaTheme or trusted security vendors to obtain or develop patches or workarounds as soon as they become available. 6. Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing focusing on WordPress plugins to identify similar injection flaws. 7. Educate administrators and developers about secure coding practices, especially input validation and parameterized queries, to prevent future vulnerabilities. 8. Prepare incident response plans specific to SQL injection attacks to enable rapid containment and remediation if exploitation occurs.