CVE-2025-12394: Backup Migration < 2.0.0 - Unauthenticated Backup Download

Published Nov 24, 2025
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Updated

The Backup Migration WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly generate its backup path in certain server configurations, allowing unauthenticated users to fetch a log that discloses the backup filename. The backup archive is then downloadable without authentication.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WordPress Backup Migration<2.0.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Backup Migration WordPress plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.0.0

Event History

Nov 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-12394?

CVE-2025-12394 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow unauthenticated users to access sensitive backup files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-12394?

To mitigate CVE-2025-12394, upgrade the WordPress Backup Migration plugin to version 2.0.0 or later.

3

What are the risks of CVE-2025-12394?

The risks of CVE-2025-12394 include unauthorized access to backup files, which may contain sensitive information.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-12394?

Any WordPress site using the Backup Migration plugin version before 2.0.0 is affected by CVE-2025-12394.

5

What does CVE-2025-12394 disclose?

CVE-2025-12394 discloses the filename of backup archives, potentially exposing critical backup data to unauthorized users.

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