Improper Neutralization of Whitespace in Usernames in a Popular Product by a Leading Vendor
CVE-2025-55127

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Revive

Vendor
CVE Published:
20 November 2025

What is CVE-2025-55127?

A vulnerability has been identified in WordPress that arises from improper neutralization of whitespace within usernames during user addition. This flaw allows usernames with leading or trailing spaces to appear indistinguishable from legitimate usernames in user interfaces. This visual confusion could mislead users into authentication or administrative errors, highlighting the importance of secure user management practices.

Affected Version(s)

Revive Adserver 6 <= 6.0.2

Revive Adserver 6.0.3

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-55127 : Improper Neutralization of Whitespace in Usernames in a Popular Product by a Leading Vendor