CVE-2026-12525 Redux Framework CVE debrief

Who should care

Site administrators using the Redux Framework WordPress plugin before version 4.5.13, especially those with user-profile feature enabled, should verify their plugin version and update to 4.5.13 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. They should also review user-profile configurations and restrict user roles and capabilities as necessary.

Technical summary

The Redux Framework WordPress plugin before 4.5.13 is vulnerable to privilege escalation due to unrestricted writing of user meta keys. This allows users with at least the Subscriber role to escalate their privileges to Administrator by submitting a crafted value while updating their own profile. The vulnerability exists when the user-profile feature of the plugin is enabled, posing a significant risk to site administrators.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

• Update Redux Framework WordPress plugin to version 4.5.13 or later
• Verify that the user-profile feature is not enabled if not needed
• Monitor user profile updates for suspicious activity
• Restrict user roles and capabilities as necessary
• Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
• Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
• Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented

Evidence notes

Evidence from WPScan indicates that the Redux Framework WordPress plugin before 4.5.13 is vulnerable to privilege escalation. The CVE record and NVD detail provide additional context. WPScan's research highlights the importance of restricting user meta keys to prevent such attacks. Further review of user-profile feature configurations is recommended to ensure secure settings.

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