CVE-2025-58243

Vulnerability

Overview

The imEvent WordPress theme, a WordPress theme by Jthemes, contains a Missing Authorization vulnerability affecting versions from n/a through 3. through 3.4.0 [1]. This broken access control issue means that functions intended for privileged users lack proper authorization checks, allowing unauthenticated or low-privileged users to access functionality that should be constrained by ACLs [1].

Exploitation

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely without authentication, as the theme fails to verify user permissions before executing certain actions [1]. The attack surface is broad because the vulnerability exists in a widely-used theme, and no special network position is required beyond standard web access to a site running the vulnerable theme [1].

Impact

Successful exploitation enables an attacker to access functionality not properly constrained by ACLs, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, privilege escalation, or other actions depending on the unprotected functions [1]. This type of vulnerability is commonly used in mass-exploit campaigns targeting thousands of websites regardless of their size or popularity [1]. /a].

Mitigation

Users should update the imEvent theme to version 3.4.1 or later as soon as possible [1]. If updating the affected plugin]. If immediate updating is not possible, users are advised to contact their hosting provider or web developer for assistance [1].