Weak OTP Code Generation in Password Reset Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2025-5305

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Password Reset With Code For WordPress Rest Api
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 September 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5305?

The Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API plugin before version 0.0.17 is susceptible to security weaknesses due to its reliance on non-cryptographically sound algorithms for generating One-Time Password (OTP) codes. This flaw exposes users to the risk of account takeover, as attackers could exploit the predictable nature of the OTPs to gain unauthorized access. Implementing robust cryptographic practices for OTP generation is essential to safeguard user accounts and enhance overall cybersecurity.

Affected Version(s)

Password Reset with Code for WordPress REST API 0 < 0.0.17

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-5305 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dcf5c003-91b0-4e7d-89f3-...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Tommaso Gregori (p1s1o)
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