CVE-2025-23993
9.8RiceTheme · Felan Framework (felan-framework)
The RiceTheme Felan Framework plugin for WordPress contains an SQL injection vulnerability allowing unauthenticated attackers to execute unauthorized database queries.
Executive summary
The Felan Framework plugin is susceptible to unauthenticated SQL injection, which could lead to unauthorized database access and data exfiltration.
Vulnerability
This is a CWE-89 SQL Injection vulnerability. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to inject malicious SQL commands into the application's database queries.
Business impact
Successful exploitation permits an unauthenticated attacker to manipulate database queries, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive site data or unauthorized database modifications. While the CVSS score is 9.8, the impact on availability is noted as partial, but the risk to data confidentiality remains high.
Remediation
Immediate Action: No patch is currently available for this plugin; users are advised to deactivate or remove the Felan Framework plugin until a secure update is released.
Proactive Monitoring: Monitor database logs for anomalous queries or unauthorized attempts to access tables, particularly those unrelated to the intended function of the plugin.
Compensating Controls: Utilize a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to filter incoming requests for SQL injection signatures, acting as a virtual patch against active exploitation.
Exploitation status
Public Exploit Available: Unknown.
Analyst recommendation
Due to the lack of an available patch, the most effective mitigation is to discontinue the use of the Felan Framework plugin. Security teams should ensure the plugin is removed from production environments to eliminate the attack surface entirely until the vendor provides a remediation.