CVE-2025-4520: Uncanny Automator <= 6.4.0.2 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Plugin Settings Update

Published May 14, 2025
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Updated

The Uncanny Automator plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on multiple AJAX functions in versions up to, and including, 6.4.0.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level permissions or above to update plugin settings.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Uncanny Automator Uncanny Automator<=6.4.0.2
Uncannyowl Uncanny Automator Wordpress<6.5.0

Event History

May 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:23 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:23 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-4520?

CVE-2025-4520 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized data modification by authenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-4520?

To fix CVE-2025-4520, update the Uncanny Automator plugin to version 6.4.0.3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-4520?

CVE-2025-4520 affects users of the Uncanny Automator plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 6.4.0.2.

4

What type of attacks can occur due to CVE-2025-4520?

CVE-2025-4520 allows authenticated attackers with subscriber-level permissions to modify data without proper authorization.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-4520?

Currently, the only recommended action for CVE-2025-4520 is to upgrade the plugin to the latest version, as no official workaround is available.

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