CVE-2025-53997
Description
Missing Authorization vulnerability in favethemes Houzez houzez allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Houzez: from n/a through <= 4.0.4.
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Missing Authorization vulnerability in Houzez theme (≤4.0.4) allows exploited incorrectly configured access control security levels.
Vulnerability
Description The Houzez theme for WordPress, up to version 4.0.4, contains a missing authorization vulnerability. This flaw stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels, allowing unprivileged users to execute actions that should require higher privileges [1].
Exploitation
The vulnerability is a broken access control issue, meaning there is no proper authorization, authentication, or nonce token check in certain functions. This can lead to unprivileged users performing higher privileged actions [1]. Attackers can exploit this on thousands of websites simultaneously in mass-exploit campaigns, regardless of site traffic or popularity.
Impact
An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can gain unauthorized access to functionality or data, potentially compromising the site's security. The CVSS v3 score is 4.3 (Medium), reflecting the moderate but tangible risk.
Mitigation
Users should update the Houzez theme to the latest patched version immediately. If unable to update, contacting the hosting provider or web developer for assistance is recommended [1].
AI Insight generated on May 19, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1- Range: <=4.0.4
Patches
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References
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