CVE-2026-25012 identifies a missing authorization vulnerability in the WordPress plugin WP Bannerize Pro, affecting versions up to and including 1.11.0. The vulnerability stems from improperly configured access control mechanisms within the plugin, allowing unauthorized users to perform actions that should be restricted. This could include modifying, deleting, or injecting banner content or other plugin-managed elements without proper permissions. The flaw does not require authentication or user interaction, increasing its risk profile. While no exploits have been reported in the wild, the vulnerability's presence in a widely used WordPress plugin poses a significant threat to website integrity and potentially availability. The absence of a CVSS score necessitates an assessment based on the vulnerability's characteristics: it impacts integrity and availability, is easy to exploit due to missing authorization checks, and affects a broad scope of sites using the plugin. The vulnerability was published in early 2026, with no patch links currently available, indicating that remediation may still be pending or in progress. Organizations relying on WP Bannerize Pro should prioritize identifying affected installations and implement compensating controls until an official patch is released.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized modification or disruption of website banner content, which may affect brand reputation, user trust, and potentially lead to misinformation or phishing if malicious banners are injected. E-commerce sites using WP Bannerize Pro could experience direct financial impacts if promotional banners are altered or removed. The integrity of marketing campaigns and customer communications could be compromised, leading to loss of business or regulatory scrutiny under data protection laws if user trust is eroded. Additionally, attackers might leverage this vulnerability as a foothold for further attacks on the website or underlying infrastructure. The impact is particularly critical for organizations with a strong online presence, including media companies, retailers, and service providers across Europe.

1. Immediately audit all WordPress sites for the presence of WP Bannerize Pro plugin and identify versions in use. 2. Restrict access to the plugin’s administrative interfaces to trusted users only, using role-based access controls and IP whitelisting where possible. 3. Monitor web server and application logs for unusual activities related to banner management or unauthorized access attempts. 4. Disable or uninstall the plugin if it is not essential to reduce attack surface. 5. Apply patches or updates from the vendor as soon as they become available. 6. Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block unauthorized requests targeting the plugin’s endpoints. 7. Educate site administrators on the risks of unauthorized plugin access and encourage strong authentication practices. 8. Regularly back up website content and configurations to enable quick recovery in case of compromise.