PatchTheCVECVE-2019-25214: The ShopWP plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on sev
CVE-2019-25214 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting shopwp. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The ShopWP plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on several REST API routes in versions up to, and including, 2.0.4. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to call the endpoints and perform unauthorized actions such as updating the plugin's settings and injecting malicious scripts.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 71%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-862 |
| Published | 2024-10-16 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2019-25214?
shopwp: upgrade to newer than 2.0.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-25214 being exploited?
CVE-2019-25214 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2019-25214 affect?
CVE-2019-25214 affects shopwp. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). The ShopWP plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a missing capability check on several REST API routes in versions up to, and including, 2.0.4. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to call the end
How urgent is CVE-2019-25214?
Priority 37/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action