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CVE-2025-13000: The db-access WordPress plugin through 0.8.7 does not have authorization in an AJAX action, allowing any authe

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Routine
HIGH 7.7UPGRADE

CVE-2025-13000 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.7) affecting db-access. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The db-access WordPress plugin through 0.8.7 does not have authorization in an AJAX action, allowing any authenticated users, such as subscriber to perform SQLI attacks

Why this priority

  • High severity
  • Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score7.7 (High)
Attack vectorNetwork (remote)
Attack complexityLow
Privileges neededLow
User interactionNone
EPSS exploit chance0.3% (top 76%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-89
Published2025-12-02
Last modified2026-10-18
Publisher (CNA): WPScan · Vendor: jimbob1953

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Last updated 2026-10-18 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

jimbob1953 db-access UPGRADE
Affected: <= 0.8.7
Fixed in: newer than 0.8.7
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy db-access || rpm -q db-access || db-access --version
2. UPGRADE to newer than 0.8.7 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade db-access
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade db-access
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
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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-2025-13000?

db-access: upgrade to newer than 0.8.7. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2025-13000 being exploited?

CVE-2025-13000 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-2025-13000 affect?

CVE-2025-13000 affects db-access. Severity is high (CVSS 7.7). The db-access WordPress plugin through 0.8.7 does not have authorization in an AJAX action, allowing any authenticated users, such as subscriber to perform SQLI attacks

How urgent is CVE-2025-13000?

Priority 38/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

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