CVE-2025-14389
CSRF Vulnerability in WPBlogSyn Plugin Allows Unauthorized Settings Update
Publication date: 2026-01-14
Last updated on: 2026-01-14
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| wpblogsyn | wpblogsyn | to 1.0 (inc) |
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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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) issue in the WPBlogSyn plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 1.0. It occurs because the plugin lacks proper nonce validation, allowing an attacker to trick a site administrator into performing an unwanted action, such as updating the plugin's remote sync settings via a forged request.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to change the remote sync settings of the WPBlogSyn plugin without authentication by tricking an administrator into clicking a malicious link. This could lead to unauthorized changes in plugin configuration, potentially disrupting site functionality or enabling further attacks.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update the WPBlogSyn plugin to a version later than 1.0 where the nonce validation issue is fixed. Additionally, avoid clicking on suspicious links and ensure site administrators are aware of the risk of Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks.