WordPress plugin
WP Options Editor security & vulnerabilities
Unpatched vulnerability in the latest version
At least one vulnerability affects the latest version and no fix has been released. Deactivate the plugin or restrict access to the affected feature until the vendor ships a patch.
- Critical0
- High1
- Medium0
- Low0
All WP Options Editor vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| High8.8 | Cross-Site Request Forgery to Privilege Escalation ≤1.1No patch available | CVE-2025-23797 |
- High8.8Cross-Site Request Forgery to Privilege Escalation
≤1.1No patch available
WP Options Editor: common questions
Does WP Options Editor have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in WP Options Editor: 1 high. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of WP Options Editor I run?
In wp-admin open Plugins → Installed Plugins; the version is shown under the name. Without admin access, our passive Check my site tool can often read it from public files.
What is the most recent WP Options Editor vulnerability?
CVE-2025-23797, published Jan 16, 2025: WP Options Editor <= 1.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Privilege Escalation. Severity: High (CVSS 8.8).
Is any WP Options Editor vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known WP Options Editor vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.