CVE-2025-49440
BaseFortify
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?
This vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in the WP Security Master WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.0.2). It allows an attacker to trick authenticated users with higher privileges into performing unwanted actions on the site without their consent, potentially compromising site security. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized actions being executed by privileged users on your WordPress site, which may compromise site security. Although the severity is low (CVSS 4.3), it still poses a risk of broken access control. Since the plugin is abandoned and no official fix exists, the risk remains unless mitigated by virtual patching or removing the plugin. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
There are no specific commands provided to detect this vulnerability on your network or system. Plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for detecting exploitation of this vulnerability. It is recommended to monitor for unusual actions performed by higher privileged users that could indicate CSRF exploitation. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate steps include removing and replacing the WP Security Master plugin, as it is abandoned and has no official fix. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) from Patchstack can provide automatic protection against this vulnerability. Seeking professional incident response or hosting provider assistance is advised if compromise is suspected. [1]