CVE-2025-28954
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Publication date: 2025-06-06
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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| CWE ID | Description |
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| 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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-28954 is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the WordPress Backwp plugin up to version 2.0.2. It allows an attacker to trick authenticated users with higher privileges into performing unauthorized actions, specifically leading to arbitrary file deletion. This means an attacker can cause files to be deleted without proper authorization by exploiting this flaw. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an attacker to delete arbitrary files on your system through the Backwp plugin if a privileged user is tricked into executing malicious requests. This can lead to data loss or disruption of your website or application functionality. Although the CVSS score is 7.4 indicating a moderate severity, the likelihood of exploitation is considered low. However, if exploited, it can cause significant damage by deleting important files. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection involves monitoring for unauthorized or suspicious HTTP requests that exploit the CSRF vulnerability in the Backwp plugin. Since the vulnerability allows arbitrary file deletion via CSRF, look for unusual POST requests targeting Backwp plugin endpoints. Specific commands are not provided, but network monitoring tools like Wireshark or web server logs can be analyzed for suspicious activity related to Backwp plugin URLs. [1]
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 even without an official patch. Users should monitor for official updates or patches, restrict access to the Backwp plugin where possible, and consider professional incident response if compromise is suspected. [1]