CVE-2025-8147

LWSCache <= 2.8.5 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Limited Plugin Activation via lwscache_activatePlugin Function

Description

The LWSCache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to improper authorization on the lwscache_activatePlugin() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to activate arbitrary whitelisted LWS plugins.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: aurelienlws LWSCache
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/01a6a5bf-636b-416c-86fa-43f639624e80?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/lwscache/tags/2.8.5/lwscache.php#L401
https://wordpress.org/plugins/lwscache/#developers
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3352047/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-8147?
CVE-2025-8147 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-8147?
To fix CVE-2025-8147, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-8147 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-8147 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-2025-8147?
CVE-2025-8147 affects aurelienlws LWSCache.
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