CVE-2025-12714: Rank Math SEO – AI SEO Tools to Dominate SEO Rankings <= 1.0.271 - Missing Authorization to Unauthenticated Homepage Settings Modification
The Rank Math SEO – AI SEO Tools to Dominate SEO Rankings plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to a missing capability check on the updatesiteeditorhomepage function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.271. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify several plugin settings including homepage title, meta description, breadcrumbs label, and social media metadata, which can have severe impact on SEO rankings and display malicious content across all site pages where breadcrumbs are used.
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-12714?
CVE-2025-12714 has a medium severity rating of 5.3.
How do I fix CVE-2025-12714?
To fix CVE-2025-12714, ensure you update the Rank Math SEO plugin to version 1.0.272 or later.
What impact does CVE-2025-12714 have on my WordPress site?
CVE-2025-12714 can allow unauthenticated attackers to modify homepage settings on your WordPress site.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-12714?
Any user running Rank Math SEO plugin version 1.0.271 or earlier on their WordPress site is affected by CVE-2025-12714.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-12714?
CVE-2025-12714 is a vulnerability that results from a missing authorization check, allowing unauthorized modifications.