Spirit Framework <= 1.2.14 - Authentication Bypass to Account Takeover and Privilege Escalation
Affected versions: *-1.2.14
Vulnerability type: CWE-288 Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel
Affected software, patched versions and attribution
The Spirit Framework plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authentication bypass in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.14. This is due to the custom_actions() function not properly validating a user's identity prior to authenticating them to the site. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to log in as any user, including administrators, granted they have access to the administrator's username.
Spirit Framework
Affected versions: *-1.2.14
Patched versions: 1.2.15
Researcher credit: Tonn
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- Published
- October 2, 2025
- CVSS
- 9.8