CVE-2021-25072: NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster < 4.3.25 - Arbitrary Post Deletion via CSRF

Published Feb 1, 2022
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Updated

The NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster WordPress plugin before 4.3.25 does not have CSRF check in place when deleting items, allowing attacker to make a logged in admin delete arbitrary posts via a CSRF attack

Affected Software

1 affected component
NextScripts Social Networks Auto Poster Wordpress<4.3.25

Event History

Feb 1, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:21 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25072?

CVE-2021-25072 is considered a critical severity vulnerability as it allows an attacker to delete arbitrary posts by exploiting a CSRF attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-25072?

To fix CVE-2021-25072, update the NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster plugin to version 4.3.25 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-25072?

Any WordPress site using the NextScripts: Social Networks Auto-Poster plugin prior to version 4.3.25 is affected by CVE-2021-25072.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2021-25072?

CVE-2021-25072 is associated with Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2021-25072?

The nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2021-25072 is the lack of CSRF checks when deleting items, which can be exploited by authenticated attackers.

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