CVE-2025-69031

Vulnerability

Overview CVE-2025-69031 is a missing authorization vulnerability in the Skywarrior Arcane WordPress theme, affecting versions up to and including 3.6.6. The issue stems from incorrectly configured access control security levels, which fail to properly verify user permissions before granting access to higher-privileged actions. This type of broken access control is common in WordPress themes and plugins when nonce tokens or authentication checks are omitted from sensitive functions [1].

Exploitation

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability without needing any prior authentication or special privileges. The attack surface is broad, as the vulnerability can be triggered remotely over the network. No user interaction is required, and the attack complexity is low. This makes it suitable for mass-exploit campaigns targeting thousands of websites simultaneously, regardless of their size or popularity [1].

Impact

Impact

Successful exploitation allows an unprivileged attacker to execute actions that should be restricted to higher-privileged users, such as administrators. This could include modifying theme settings, injecting malicious content, or performing other unauthorized operations that compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the WordPress site. The CVSS v3 base score of 5.3 (Medium) reflects the potential for significant impact despite the relatively low attack complexity [1].

Mitigation

The vendor has not released a patched version beyond 3.6.6 at the time of publication. Users are strongly advised to update the theme immediately if a fix becomes available. As a workaround, site administrators should review and harden access controls, consider using a Web Application Firewall (WAF), or consult with their hosting provider for additional security measures. Given the active exploitation in mass campaigns, prompt action is critical [1].