CVE-2025-64252
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2026-01-22
Last updated on: 2026-01-28
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | anac_xml_viewer | to 1.8.2 (inc) |
Helpful Resources
Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-918 | The web server receives a URL or similar request from an upstream component and retrieves the contents of this URL, but it does not sufficiently ensure that the request is being sent to the expected destination. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-64252 is a Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in the WordPress ANAC XML Viewer Plugin versions up to and including 1.8.2. It allows a malicious actor to make the affected website send HTTP requests to arbitrary domains controlled by the attacker. This can be used to access sensitive information from other services running on the same system. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow an attacker to access sensitive information from other services running on the same system as the vulnerable plugin. This could lead to unauthorized data exposure or further attacks within the affected environment. However, exploitation requires contributor or developer privileges, and the severity is considered low with a CVSS score of 4.9. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this SSRF vulnerability involves monitoring for unusual HTTP requests originating from the affected ANAC XML Viewer plugin to arbitrary or attacker-controlled domains. Network administrators can inspect web server logs for unexpected outbound requests or use network monitoring tools to identify suspicious HTTP traffic patterns. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately update the ANAC XML Viewer plugin to version 1.8.3 or later, where the issue is fixed. Additionally, enabling auto-updates for vulnerable plugins can help ensure rapid protection against this and similar vulnerabilities. [1]
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The provided resources do not specify how this SSRF vulnerability in the ANAC XML Viewer plugin affects compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA. [1]