CVE-2025-53317
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) in the WPShapere Lite WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.4). It allows an attacker to trick authenticated users with higher privileges into executing unwanted actions on the site, which can lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. Essentially, an attacker can exploit this flaw to perform actions on behalf of legitimate users without their consent. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can compromise your site by allowing attackers to perform unauthorized actions through higher privileged users. This can lead to stored XSS attacks, potentially resulting in data theft, site defacement, or further exploitation. Since the plugin is abandoned and unpatched, the risk remains unless mitigated by removing the plugin or applying a virtual patch. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the threat. [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. Detection may require professional incident response as relying solely on plugin-based malware scanners is not advised. Since the vulnerability involves CSRF leading to Stored XSS, monitoring for unusual or unauthorized actions by authenticated users might help, but no direct detection commands are given. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the WPShapere Lite plugin with an alternative plugin, as there is no official fix or patched version available. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack can offer immediate protection. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the threat. Seeking professional incident response is recommended if the site has been compromised. [1]