CVE-2025-53310
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-27
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) issue in the WordPress HidePost plugin (versions up to 2.3.8). It allows a malicious actor to trick authenticated users with higher privileges into performing unwanted actions on the site without their consent. This can lead to reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks, compromising site security. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow attackers to execute unauthorized actions on your website by exploiting authenticated users, potentially leading to compromised site security. This includes the risk of reflected XSS attacks, which can result in data theft, session hijacking, or other malicious activities. Since the plugin is abandoned and unpatched, 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?
Detection of this vulnerability involves identifying the presence of the vulnerable HidePost plugin version 2.3.8 or earlier on your WordPress site. Since plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for this issue, manual verification of the plugin version is recommended. You can check the installed plugin version via WordPress admin dashboard or by inspecting the plugin files on the server. There are no specific network commands provided for detection. For example, you can use the following command on the server to check the plugin version: `grep 'Version' wp-content/plugins/hidepost/readme.txt` or check the plugin folder for version info. Additionally, monitoring for unusual authenticated user actions or suspicious HTTP requests that could indicate CSRF or reflected XSS attempts may help, but no specific commands are provided. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the vulnerable HidePost plugin with a secure alternative, as no official fix or updated version is available. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) from Patchstack is recommended to provide automatic protection despite the lack of an official patch. Simply deactivating the plugin does not eliminate the risk. If your site has been compromised, seek professional incident response services. These steps help reduce the risk posed by this CSRF vulnerability. [1]