CVE-2025-54049

WordPress Custom API for WP <= 4.2.2 - Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

Incorrect Privilege Assignment vulnerability in miniOrange Custom API for WP allows Privilege Escalation. This issue affects Custom API for WP: from n/a through 4.2.2.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update the WordPress Custom API for WP plugin to the latest available version (at least 4.2.3).

Category

9.9
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: miniOrange Custom API for WP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/custom-api-for-wp/vulnerability/wordpress-custom-api-for-wp-4-2-2-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54049?
CVE-2025-54049 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-54049?
To fix CVE-2025-54049: Update the WordPress Custom API for WP plugin to the latest available version (at least 4.2.3).
Is CVE-2025-54049 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-54049 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-54049?
CVE-2025-54049 affects miniOrange Custom API for WP.
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