CVE-2025-69349 identifies a missing authorization vulnerability in the Fahad Mahmood RSS Feed Widget, affecting versions up to 3.0.2. The root cause is an incorrectly configured access control mechanism that fails to properly verify user permissions before allowing certain actions or data retrieval through the widget interface. This vulnerability enables attackers to bypass intended security restrictions, potentially accessing or manipulating RSS feed data without authorization. The widget is typically used to embed RSS feeds into websites, and improper authorization can lead to unauthorized disclosure of information or unauthorized changes to feed content. Although no exploits have been reported in the wild, the vulnerability is publicly disclosed and could be targeted by attackers once known. The absence of a CVSS score necessitates an assessment based on the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, ease of exploitation, and scope. Since the vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction, it is relatively easy to exploit remotely. The affected versions are all prior to or equal to 3.0.2, with no specific version details provided beyond that. The vulnerability was reserved at the end of 2025 and published in early 2026, indicating recent discovery. The lack of patch links suggests that fixes may not yet be available, emphasizing the need for interim mitigations. The widget’s usage in web environments means that exploitation could affect web content integrity and confidentiality of feed data, posing risks to organizations relying on this component for content delivery.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive RSS feed data or unauthorized manipulation of displayed content, undermining data confidentiality and integrity. Organizations that rely on the RSS Feed Widget for disseminating information on public or internal websites could face reputational damage if attackers alter content or leak sensitive information. The risk is heightened for sectors with stringent data protection requirements, such as finance, healthcare, and government, where unauthorized data exposure could violate GDPR and other regulations. Additionally, attackers could use the vulnerability as a foothold to escalate attacks or conduct further reconnaissance within the affected networks. The absence of authentication requirements and the ease of exploitation increase the likelihood of attacks, especially if the widget is exposed on public-facing websites. This could disrupt availability if attackers manipulate feeds to inject malicious content or cause denial of service through repeated unauthorized requests. Overall, the impact includes potential data breaches, loss of trust, regulatory penalties, and operational disruptions.

European organizations should immediately inventory their web assets to identify installations of the Fahad Mahmood RSS Feed Widget, particularly versions up to 3.0.2. Until an official patch is released, organizations should restrict access to the widget by implementing web application firewall (WAF) rules that block unauthorized requests targeting the widget endpoints. Access control policies should be reviewed and tightened to ensure that only authorized users or systems can interact with the widget. Monitoring and logging of widget-related traffic should be enhanced to detect anomalous or unauthorized access attempts. If feasible, organizations should consider disabling or removing the widget temporarily to eliminate the attack surface. Developers and administrators should subscribe to vendor advisories for patch releases and apply updates promptly once available. Additionally, conducting security assessments or penetration tests focusing on web components can help identify similar misconfigurations. For long-term mitigation, adopting a defense-in-depth approach by segregating web services and applying least privilege principles will reduce the risk of exploitation.