CVE-2025-26593
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-06
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-352 | The web application does not, or cannot, sufficiently verify whether a request was intentionally provided by the user who sent the request, which could have originated from an unauthorized actor. |
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) provided by Patchstack, which auto-mitigates the vulnerability without requiring an official patch and without performance loss. Users should remain vigilant, monitor for suspicious activity, and consider professional incident response if compromise is suspected. [1]
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF) issue in the WordPress FastBook plugin (versions up to 1.1). It allows an attacker to trick authenticated users with higher privileges into performing unwanted actions on the site without their consent, potentially compromising the site's integrity. The vulnerability falls under the OWASP Top 10 category A1: Broken Access Control and has a low severity score. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is that an attacker can cause privileged users to unknowingly execute actions on the site, which may affect the site's integrity. Although the risk is considered low and exploitation is unlikely, automated attacks may opportunistically target this vulnerability. If exploited, it could lead to unauthorized changes or disruptions on the affected website. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this CSRF vulnerability involves monitoring for unusual or unauthorized actions performed by authenticated users, as the vulnerability allows attackers to trick such users into executing unwanted actions. Since no official patch or plugin-based scanner is reliable due to potential tampering, professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]