CVE-2025-13764: WP CarDealer <= 1.2.16 - Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation

Published Dec 11, 2025
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Updated

The WP CarDealer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Privilege Escalation in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.16. This is due to the 'WPCarDealerUser::processregister' function not restricting what user roles a user can register with. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to supply the 'administrator' role during registration and gain administrator access to the site.

Affected Software

1 affected component
wordpress/wp-cardealer<=1.2.16

Event History

Dec 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-13764?

CVE-2025-13764 has a moderate severity rating due to the privilege escalation risk it poses.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-13764?

To fix CVE-2025-13764, upgrade the WP CarDealer plugin to version 1.2.17 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-13764?

All users of the WP CarDealer plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 1.2.16 are affected by CVE-2025-13764.

4

What causes CVE-2025-13764?

CVE-2025-13764 is caused by a lack of restrictions in the 'WP_CarDealer_User::process_register' function that allows users to register with inappropriate roles.

5

Is it possible to exploit CVE-2025-13764?

Yes, CVE-2025-13764 can be exploited by unauthorized users to gain elevated privileges within the WordPress site.

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