CVE-2025-69095 identifies a Missing Authorization vulnerability in the designthemes Reservation Plugin, versions up to and including 1.7. This vulnerability arises from improperly configured access control mechanisms that fail to verify whether a user is authorized to perform certain actions within the plugin. As a result, an unauthenticated attacker can remotely access or manipulate reservation-related data without any privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality and integrity of the system by allowing unauthorized data disclosure and potential unauthorized changes to reservation information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and partial impact on confidentiality and integrity but no impact on availability. No patches or fixes have been published yet, and no known exploits are reported in the wild. The plugin is commonly used in WordPress environments for managing bookings and reservations, making it a target for attackers seeking to exploit web-facing applications. The lack of authorization checks indicates a fundamental security design flaw that must be addressed to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.

For European organizations, especially those in the hospitality, tourism, and event management sectors relying on the designthemes Reservation Plugin, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive customer booking data, including personal information and reservation details. This could result in data breaches, loss of customer trust, and potential regulatory penalties under GDPR due to improper data protection. Additionally, unauthorized modifications to reservation data could disrupt business operations and cause financial losses. Since the vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction, it can be exploited remotely by attackers scanning for vulnerable instances. The impact on confidentiality and integrity is significant, though availability is not affected. Organizations with public-facing booking systems are at higher risk, and the absence of patches increases exposure time. The reputational damage and compliance risks in the European market, where data privacy regulations are stringent, further amplify the threat's impact.

1. Immediately audit all instances of the designthemes Reservation Plugin in use to identify affected versions (<=1.7). 2. Restrict access to the plugin’s administrative and reservation management interfaces using web application firewalls (WAF) or IP whitelisting to limit exposure. 3. Implement strict access control policies at the web server and application level to enforce authorization checks manually if possible. 4. Monitor logs for unusual or unauthorized access patterns related to the plugin endpoints. 5. Engage with the vendor or community to obtain patches or updates addressing this vulnerability and apply them promptly once available. 6. Consider temporarily disabling or replacing the plugin with a more secure alternative if immediate patching is not feasible. 7. Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing focusing on web application authorization controls. 8. Educate IT and security teams about the risks of missing authorization and the importance of secure plugin management in WordPress environments.