CVE-2026-85131
Received Received - Intake

CSRF to Arbitrary Post Deletion in WPLP Cookie Consent

Publication date: 2026-09-16

Last updated on: 2026-09-16

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The WPLP Cookie Consent WordPress plugin before 4.4.4 does not perform CSRF or capability checks when processing bulk actions on its administration screens, and does not restrict the targeted items to its own records, allowing attackers to make a logged in admin permanently delete arbitrary posts and pages via a crafted request.

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Published
2026-09-16
Last Modified
2026-09-16
Generated
2026-10-06
AI Q&A
2026-09-16
EPSS Evaluated
2026-10-05
NVD
CVE-2026-85131
EUVD
EUVD-2026-80194

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wplp cookie_consent to 4.4.4 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) issue in the WPLP Cookie Consent WordPress plugin versions below 4.4.4. It allows attackers to trick a logged-in admin into permanently deleting arbitrary posts and pages by sending a crafted request. The plugin lacks CSRF and capability checks for bulk actions, enabling unauthorized deletions.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the WPLP Cookie Consent plugin in your WordPress admin panel. If it is below 4.4.4, the system is vulnerable. Look for unusual deletion activity in WordPress logs or admin audit trails.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to permanent loss of important posts and pages on your WordPress site. Attackers could delete content without your knowledge or consent, disrupting your website's functionality and data integrity.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WPLP Cookie Consent plugin to version 4.4.4 or later immediately. Review WordPress admin logs for unauthorized deletions and restrict admin access to trusted users only.

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