How serious is CVE-2025-12500?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.3 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2025-12500?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2025-12500 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2025-12500?

Check the official CVE details for a complete list of affected products and versions.

How do I fix CVE-2025-12500?

To remediate CVE-2025-12500, check for security patches from the vendor. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2025-12500

Medium

|5.3

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

An attacker can upload files to a WordPress site using the Checkout Field Manager plugin without needing to log in, as the plugin fails to check if the user is authorized for this action. While the types of files they can upload are limited to common formats like images and documents, this still poses a risk of malicious content being introduced to the server.

Technical Description

The Checkout Field Manager (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthenticated limited file upload in all versions up to, and including, 7.8.1. This is due to the plugin not properly verifying that a user is authorized to perform file upload actions via the "ajax_checkout_attachment_upload" function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload files to the server, though file types are limited to WordPress's default allowed MIME types (images, documents, etc.).

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredNone

User InteractionNone

Confidentiality ImpactNone

Integrity ImpactLow

Availability ImpactNone

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$724($500-$1K)

Vendor Response

Grade APatched in 0 days

Quick Information

Published

Feb 19, 2026

about 2 months ago

Last Modified

Feb 19, 2026

about 2 months ago