Missing Authorization in WDesignKit Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2025-9029
4.3MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
WordPress
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 4 October 2025
What is CVE-2025-9029?
The WDesignKit plugin for WordPress, which includes Elementor and Gutenberg starter templates and features, has a security flaw due to missing authorization checks in the wdkit_handle_review_submission function. This vulnerability affects versions 1.2.16 and earlier, allowing unauthenticated users to submit feedback data to external services without proper verification of their authorization status. As a result, this can lead to potential data breaches and misuse of the service. Website owners using this plugin should update to the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.
Affected Version(s)
WDesignKit – Elementor & Gutenberg Starter Templates, Patterns, Cloud Workspace & Widget Builder * <= 1.2.16