CVE-2025-57942
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Publication date: 2025-09-22
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress | emergency_password_reset_plugin | 9.0 |
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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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-57942 is a Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the WordPress Emergency Password Reset Plugin versions up to 9.0. It allows an attacker to trick authenticated users with higher privileges into performing unwanted actions without their consent, potentially compromising site security. This vulnerability is related to broken access control and has a low severity rating. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to cause privileged users to unknowingly execute actions that could compromise the security of your WordPress site. Although the risk is considered low and exploitation unlikely, it could lead to unauthorized changes or disruptions if exploited. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Since no official patch is available for this CSRF vulnerability in the Emergency Password Reset plugin up to version 9.0, it is recommended to apply virtual patching (vPatching) provided by Patchstack to auto-mitigate the issue. Additionally, consider limiting access to the plugin's functionality to trusted users and monitor for suspicious activity involving password reset requests. Keep the plugin updated and follow Patchstack's advisories for any future fixes. [1]