PatchTheCVECVE-2019-25215: The ARI-Adminer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a lack of file access contro
CVE-2019-25215 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.3) affecting ari adminer. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The ARI-Adminer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a lack of file access controls in nearly every file of the plugin in versions up to, and including, 1.1.14. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to call the files directly and perform a wide variety of unauthorized actions such as accessing a site's database and making changes.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.3 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 65%) |
| 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-2019-25215?
ari adminer: upgrade to newer than 1.1.14. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-25215 being exploited?
CVE-2019-25215 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-2019-25215 affect?
CVE-2019-25215 affects ari adminer. Severity is high (CVSS 7.3). The ARI-Adminer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a lack of file access controls in nearly every file of the plugin in versions up to, and including, 1.1.14. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attacke
How urgent is CVE-2019-25215?
Priority 39/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action